Building Inclusive Cities 👩🦼 🚌 In India, around 2.21% of the population live with disabilities. The lack of accessible transport not only limits mobility, but also access to important services such as education, healthcare and economic opportunities. It is important to build an inclusive transport infrastructure to meet the needs of all. To address these challenges, we have co-created an extensive report on "Inclusive Mobility for Indian Cities". The report takes an in-depth look at the challenges and opportunities for reducing barriers in the Indian transport system. It has been co-authored with persons with disabilities (PWDs) and highlights the obstacles they face in everyday life, such as: ♿️ Inaccessible infrastructure: Ramps, lifts and tactile paths are often not available or difficult to access. 💡 Limited knowledge: Urban planners often lack expertise in designing an inclusive transport infrastructure. 📣 Public awareness gap: The needs of #PWDs are often not understood and addressed. 📊 Lack of available data: Specific data for PWDs is often lacking. This hinders effective urban planning. The report offers a roadmap for building inclusive transport systems for all, outlining proven strategies such as: 🚌 Improved accessibility: Large-scale introduction of low-floor buses, barrier-free public spaces and an inclusive infrastructure for non-motorised vehicles. 🌐 Bridging connectivity gaps: Addressing challenges regarding first and last-mile connectivity between homes and public transport stations. 👥 Stakeholder sensitisation: Providing training of transport staff and policy makers as well as raising awareness among the public. 📱 Leveraging technology: Apps, assistive devices, and real-time data can empower people with disabilities. 🚗 Promoting accessible private vehicles: Fostering the collaboration with car manufacturers to develop more inclusive transport means. Explore how inclusive transport can benefit all citizens, contributing to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. The report can be downloaded here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ghCr4EE3 The report was developed under the framework of the Green Urban Mobility Partnership between #India and #Germany. By promoting #GreenMobility, we foster environmentally friendly transport options such as walking, cycling and electric vehicles to reduce pollution and improve sustainability. Learn more about our work 👉https://lnkd.in/d6VsAZ9z Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH
This short but precise report covers the points I wanted to raise at the barrier-free mobility conference. I am extending my congratulations and thanks to the team involved.
I agree! Disability inclusive infrastructure and transportation is the need of the hour for all cities and towns for better mobility and empowerment of PwD.
Research, conferences , workshop etc all good as good only at papers , if u talk about exceution or say reality it's always zero ( Indian context only)
After reviewing the detailed report, I found its presentation fresh and eye-catching. As a disabled person, I hope the authorities will take some urgent action this time.
Thanks for your support on this Kritika Sharma
It's a good, insightful presentation. Need to strengthen Disability inclusive DRR strategies.
Insightful!
Insightful!
SANJAY AGARWAL Sir, as the Secretary of the transport department and given your extensive experience in disaster management, your insights on this report would be invaluable. Implementing a disability-inclusive transport system is crucial for our community in Bihar. I would love to hear your thoughts on how we can move forward with these recommendations.