Commute | Citizen Matters

Why we must still reserve seats for women on public transport

October 5, 2017 Navya P K

The practice of reserving a certain number of seats for women on trains and buses is prevalent across cities, but continues to be questioned by many, including women. Navya P K weighs in on the reality of such reservation and its necessity.

Can ‘open street’ events lead to fewer cars in our streets?

September 25, 2017 Navya P K

Cycle days, Raahgiri, Pathotsav — events that promote pedestrian-only zones are catching on in a big way, but the larger question of whether they can have a real, sustainable impact on how people commute in cities remains to be decided.

Zumba on the streets: A new trend in Indian cities?

September 18, 2017 Navya P K

From Mumbai to Chennai and Gurugram to Kochi, many Indian cities are hosting car free days when streets or stretches are closed to motorised vehicles and become a stage for recreational events. Here’s a look at these and the thought behind them.

Points to ponder as India eyes all-electric-car future

September 12, 2017 Milind R

Will Indian city roads see only electric vehicles by 2030? While the government has set ambitious targets, several challenges need to be analysed and overcome before EVs become the norm, say researchers from Bengaluru think tank CSTEP.

Will Mysuru’s bike sharing system transform the way its citizens commute?

June 27, 2017 Satarupa Sen Bhattacharya

Trin-Trin, the country’s first city-wide public bicycle sharing system, has already seen 1300 registrations since its launch on June 4th. An interview with one of the key proponents reveals the details of the initiative.

Cab aggregation business model still attractive

May 5, 2017 Akshatha M

Between driver disenchantment and proposed government regulations, will cab aggregators find a way to a sustainable business?

No more quick bucks for Ola, Uber cab drivers

May 2, 2017 Akshatha M

From New Delhi to Chennai, cab drivers have been protesting against the changing policies from aggregators. Some signed off from the network, others are resigned to lower earnings.

If this is who we are, Swachh Bharat can only be a dream!

February 22, 2017 Sudha Narasimhachar

A journey to the heart of India and back leaves the writer distraught over the lack of civic awareness among educated, urban citizens and the implications for our much vaunted Clean India Mission.

How to organise cycle days in your neighbourhood

November 29, 2016 Rekha Chari

As many as 27 communities in Bengaluru have reclaimed their streets with open street events and cycle days. Here is how you can bring in the Cycle Day to your locality in Bengaluru.