Some people believe governments should spend money on building train and subway lines to reduce traffic congestion. Others think that building more and wider roads are the better way to reduce traffic congestion. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
It is indubitable that traffic congestion is a growing concern in many parts of the world. In order to mitigate this problem, some individuals suggest that motorways should be made. Others, however, believe that trains and subway lines should be constructed. Both of these methods will be analysed below. I personally believe that a combination of both approaches is the ideal solution to ameliorate the problem of traffic congestion.
There are many reasons why some people are in favour of expanding the road network. First, it could naturally ease traffic jams. Obviously, more and more private vehicles would be accommodated, and commute time would reduce. This strategy would also be good from the economic perspective. The cost of road construction would be much lower than that of subway lines. The money thus saved can be used for other key sectors, such as healthcare and education.
On the other hand, those who are for the construction of mega rail systems, give their reasons as follows. To begin with, it is a more effective method to improve traffic condition. There are compelling evidences to support the investment in such public transportation. In countries where subway systems have been made up to standard, the number of private vehicles has come down. Trains can carry a much larger number of passengers than any other form of transport. Additionally, city dwellers can save time and also money on traveling expenses. For instance, in New Delhi, many people now prefer to travel by Metros rather than their private vehicles because of the comfort and the quality.
I personally believe that in places where the budget of the governments is constrained, a combination of both approaches is needed. For example, in India, the road networks are being expanded in almost all places, but subway lines are also being added slowly and steadily in many cities. In the foreseeable future, the expanded road networks are also going to prove inadequate, and so subway lines would remain the only solution.
To conclude, both methods discussed above can provide relief to traffic congestion. However, it is my opinion that the method to build trains and subways, would definitely prove better in the long run.
Plan followed
Intro: Discuss essay
Para 1: Advantages of road network
Para 2: Advantages of subways and train network
Para 3: Own view
Conclusion:
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Yes, it is. It is essay number 170.