A public transport system needs to address the travel demand of all sections of the society. Urban poor in most cities face problem in using public transport because it is either expensive or stops far from their residence or does not provide…

This background paper, authored by Anjali Mahendra, Matthew Raifman, and Holger Dalkmann, was presented at the 7th Regional Environmentally Sustainable Transport (EST) Forum, in Bali, Indonesia, April 23-25, 2013. The session was entitled, “Next…

The growth of motorization and travel activity associated with India’s rapid urban development has serious implications for global climate change. Effective mitigation action requires comprehension of the scale of the problem. Data limitations,…

Promoting the use of public transport is seen as one of the key strategies for moderating the inevitable growth of carbon emissions from urban transport in India. For the majority of Indian cities, this means promoting the use of public bus…

What recommendations can be given to inform the 12th Five Year Plan in India?
Based on interviews with several stakeholders; a literature review on the first Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JnNURM); and consideration of the…

This study compares basic transport and air quality indicators for 12 Indian cities. These indicators are reported in city development plans, comprehensive mobility plans, comprehensive traffic and transport studies and detailed project reports…