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11. Which Indian state is planning the new Konkan Expressway?
The Maharashtra Government is planning a new 376 km long 6-lane expressway, the Konkan Expressway, to connect Mumbai to Goa, cutting down travel time from 12 hours to just six hours. The Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC) will oversee its construction along the scenic Konkan coast, reducing travel time from 12 hours to six hours. This new corridor will feature 14 interchanges and require a total investment of Rs 68,000 crore, including 146 hectares of land. While the Maharashtra Government has completed the Mumbai-Goa Expressway, the Konkan Expressway promises a smoother, pothole-free journey and enhanced connectivity.
12. In which city did Solu open the first aesthetic clinic for the transgender community in India?
Solu, who was formerly known as Solairaj in Sattur, Tamil Nadu, has made history by becoming the first transwoman to open an aesthetic clinic in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. This clinic, named Ralax after her mother, provides affordable aesthetic services, including laser treatments and hair removal, with a 50% discount for transgender clients and people with disabilities. Solu's journey from a challenging background to a successful entrepreneur symbolizes her fight against societal norms and the marginalization of transgender identities in India. Her clinic not only offers medical treatments but also serves as a safe space for the transgender community to access aesthetic care without discrimination and financial burden.
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