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The state of the mobility infrastructure in cities, transport agencies and commute modes — from metro to buses, to cabs to bicycles, with a special focus on sustainability.

Traffic on the streets of Mumbai
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An action agenda for better mobility in India’s cities

November 29, 2022 Nagesh Aras

The onus of ensuring smooth mobility rests on multiple government agencies. Here’s a summary of the key steps towards effective implementation.

A typical example of the traffic in Bangalore, India: Total chaos.
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Explainer: How to control traffic flow to make our streets congestion-free

November 17, 2022 Nagesh Aras

Traffic flow control measures such as traffic signals, lane management and road space allocation have a big role to play in improved urban mobility.

a public transport bus in india
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Explainer: How effective transportation planning can ensure seamless mobility

November 17, 2022 Nagesh Aras

A guide that explains transportation planning measures related to creation and management of transportation infrastructure like stations, depots and interchange.

Traffic jam on a road in Thiruvananthapuram
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Explainer: Urban planning measures that can reduce traffic and ease commute

September 22, 2022 Nagesh Aras

Measures controlling urban form, land use and design of individual neighbourhoods can make a big difference to traffic. What do they entail?

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How are India’s metro rail systems faring?

April 28, 2022 Captain Naveen Chandra

Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru’s metros are doing well in terms of ridership, but none of India’s metros have come close to forecast numbers!

The wide footpaths of the pedestrian plaza in T Nagar Chennai
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The reforms needed to make walking in our cities safe, convenient and enjoyable

March 28, 2022 Ranjit Gadgil

In our cities, those who have no option but to walk, do so at great risk to themselves, while others simply avoid walking. Can we change that?

Lone cyclist on Hyderabad roads
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How can Hyderabad become safe for cyclists again?

October 11, 2021 Santhana Selvan

Cyclists in Hyderabad have to share the same road space with motorists, which leaves them increasingly vulnerable to accidents.

Kolkata cycle ban
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Why Kolkata must reconsider its bicycle ban

September 2, 2021 Debapriya Chanda

The ill-thought out Kolkata bicycle ban not only defies environmental logic, but also hits the livelihoods of the working classes in the city.

Delhi Transport Corporation Bus
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Privatisation of public transport: The risks ahead

August 24, 2021 Palash Shakya

The government is increasingly leaning towards privatisation of essential public services, including transport, in cities. A look at the implications.

Commute

New network for all citizens bound by a love for cycling

June 3, 2021 News Desk

BYCS India has launched the Bicycle Citizens Network that will allow people from all walks of life to come together and promote cycling in their communities.

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Cycling will transform Hyderabad and create a happier city: Santhana Selvan, Bicycle Mayor

April 23, 2021 Satarupa Sen Bhattacharya

But how will he achieve that? In this exclusive interview, Hyderabad’s new bicycle mayor shares his goals and plans for making his city India’s most cycle-friendly destination.

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Yet another plan to regulate traffic in Shimla, but will it work?

March 4, 2021 Ashwani Sharma

The heavy tourist influx during peak summers and weekends negates any and all traffic mobility plans the city administration draws up. Will the new SITRAM be any different?

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Which are the most dangerous roads for pedestrians in Hyderabad?

September 7, 2020 Varun Shridhar and Anusha Chitturi

Summary findings from The Footpath Initiative project, that analysed accident data in Hyderabad to understand the details of road crashes leading to pedestrian deaths in the city.

Commute

Delhi: The Metro is back; here’s what you can expect

September 4, 2020 Vijaya Pushkarna

Regular commuters will see a lot of new features, all intended to make the ride as contactless as possible.

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Cycle sales doubles in Ahmedabad; what’s getting bikers excited?

August 20, 2020 Binita Parikh

With staying fit being touted as an effective way to ward off the coronavirus, Ahmedabadis are discovering that cycling offers an enjoyable option. And the municipal corporation is eager to promote this trend.

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