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🎉 As we celebrate Independence Day, it is a time to reflect on the true meaning of freedom in today’s world. For us at ITDP India, this reflection is deeply tied to our commitment to sustainable transport. What does freedom look like now? Is it freedom from polluting personal vehicles? Freedom from the gridlock that chokes our streets? Freedom from the dangers of unsafe roads? Or is it the freedom to walk, run, and cycle without fear? We believe it is all of these. 🚶♀️ 🚴♀️ 🏃♀️ With this vision, a campaign called the Freedom2WalkCycleRun or popularly known as F2WCR was launched in 2022 under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, by the Smart Cities Mission, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. ITDP India was the official knowledge partner for the initiative in association with BYCS, AltMO and All India Cycle Manufacturers' Association - AICMA. Our collective mission was to empower city leaders to lead from the front and demonstrate to their citizens that walking and cycling are for everyone! They stepped into the shoes of pedestrians and cyclists and hit the streets, to see the city through the eyes of the users, hence empathising with them to make nuanced decisions - towards healthier streets. Here’s a sneak peek of our upcoming report – 'Promoting Behaviour Change towards Walking and Cycling', where we chronicle the journey of this campaign right from inception to exploring the future of similar behaviour change campaigns. The report also highlights the various other behaviour change campaigns initiated to encourage cycling and walking in our cities.  👟 ✨Stay tuned for the report launch!✨ Wishing everyone a Happy Independence Day! Let’s continue the journey towards true freedom—on our roads and beyond.🙌 Partners: Smart Cities Mission, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA), Fit India, Sathyanarayanan Sankaran (AltMo), BYCS, All India Cycle Manufacturers' Association - AICMA. Aswathy Dilip Sivasubramaniam Jayaraman Kashmira Dubash Venugopal AV Aishwarya Soni Aangi Shah Varsha Jeyapandi Shubhra Sharma Smritika Srinivasan #IndependenceDay #Freedom2WalkCycleAndRun #F2WCR #MoHUA #SmartCities #BehaviourChange #HealthyStreets #India

Situation very well described. We recently discussed - "hand over some funds and a bus service to us" - we can turn it around. The funds we will demand will be proportionally very less in front of the spend on infra, roads, metros, tunnels, subsidies for electric etc. There are enough studies to prove that every rupee spent on making buses better will get more in returns to mitigate climate change and imporve livabiity index of cities in India. We are focusing only on making buses electric - which is great but more needs to be done to strengthen the Buses as a user centric service integrated with all modes of transport. Thanks Shreya Gadepalli for this post

How the roads can transform the rural and tribal life. Just travelled Purulia district in West Bengal. We have planned stay at a hotel in Ajodhay hill top is 32 Km from Purulia town. Ajodhya hill top is not a real hill station like in Uttarakhand or Himachal Pradesh. However, efforts made by the State Government to popularise this 'unreal' hill top is worth noting. The 32 kms road from Purulia to reach Ajodhya hill top is pucka and is so smooth gives feelings of high ways ride. The good road encourages the tourist to try out these less popular and less crowded tourist spots. The Ajodhaya hill top is dominated by tribal population. Local tribal boys have got opportunity as tour driver. Visited Upper and Lower dam, Bamni Falls, Marble lake and Turga falls. Murugama dams road journey is an interesting route crossing one way through dense jungle. On the ways serene view of suicide point is never a miss point. Chau Mask and antiquity exploration can also be tried. Lot of home stays, gives opportunity to the local tribal families to earn by showcasing the tribal life to the rest of world. Good resorts and hotels have come up in and around the hill top. Though few of tribal youth are also employed in these resorts and hotels but numbers are certainly not enough. Tribal youth at these resorts and hotel lacks professionalism needed for theses hospitality industry. Government can encourage the hotel or resort owners to train these tribal youth to become fit for hospitality industry.

2024: A Remarkable Year for Zu Peshawar! TransPeshawar, the operator of Peshawar's Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, has shared its annual report, showcasing incredible progress and milestones that reflect its dedication to enhancing urban mobility: 🚍 Ridership Milestones: •Over 86.5 million trips completed in 2024. •Total journeys since inception: 300+ million. •Daily ridership surpassing 345,000 passengers, with women making up nearly 30%. 🛣️ Route Expansions: •Launched three new routes: DR-14, DR14-A, and DR-13. •Introduced University Express Services on key routes, improving access for students. 🎖️ Global Recognition: •Presented as a model transit system at global forums, including the IMF and World Bank conference and the Asian Development Bank’s ‘Mobilize Your City’ initiative. •Total international awards now stand at five! 🚲 Bicycle Sharing System Usage: Nearly 224,000 bicycle-sharing trips completed this year. These achievements reflect Zu Peshawar's unwavering commitment to delivering sustainable, efficient, and inclusive public transportation for Peshawar’s citizens. #PublicTransport #Sustainability #UrbanMobility #ZuPeshawar #TransPeshawar #BRT

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ITDP - India #itdpindia #roadsafety #idea #innovative #safety #transport #urbanisation #mobility #transportation #mobilitysolution #mobilitysafety #transportationsafety #childrensafety #sustainablemobility Respected this facility for school buses while students, children getting for bus while crossing roads helps vehicles to make more Alert to maintain safety ,wait stop distance and helps in reducing accidents while crossing roads if stopped anywhere.

My fellow countrymen, As we celebrate the 78th Independence Day, we stand at the threshold of a new era of progress and prosperity. Our journey as a nation has been marked by remarkable achievements, and today, I am proud to share with you a significant milestone in our nation's development. In our pursuit of creating a modern and efficient transportation network, we Creative Group LLP, New Delhi is delighted to announce the upcoming Public Transport Terminal Infrastructurr (PTTl) at Katra. This state-of-the-art terminal infrastructure will integrate various modes of transportation – rail, road, air through a helipad, buses, auto-rickshaws, taxis, and private vehicles – all at a single hub. The PTTI will enable the seamless movement of people from one mode of transport to another, ensuring that our citizens can travel with ease and convenience. But the PTTI is not just a transportation hub. It represents a vision for the future of Katra and its surrounding areas. This project will catalyze the development of commercial infrastructure, driving economic growth and creating new opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs. It will also boost the tourism potential of Katra, attracting visitors from across the country and around the world to experience the rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of the region. Moreover, the PTTI will play a crucial role in uplifting the socio-economic profile of Katra and its neighboring communities. By improving connectivity and access, it will open doors to new markets, facilitate trade, and create jobs, leading to an enhanced quality of life for the people in these areas. As we move forward, let us remember that the strength of our nation lies in our ability to innovate, to build, and to connect. The PTTI at Katra is a testament to our commitment to these principles, and it is a project that will serve as a beacon of progress for generations to come. On this Independence Day, let us resolve to continue working together to build a stronger, more prosperous, and more connected India. Jai Hind! #india #78independenceday #sustainableinfrastructure #viksitbharat #world #jobsearch #architecture #interiors #worldarchitecture #katra #vaishnodevi #jammu #kashmir #nhai #hindu

GAP Group Yes, Surat Literature Festival: Bharat @2047 convert to Manifest to fulfill the vision of Hon. Modi Ji - VasuDeva Kutumbakkam. 1.      National Security, 2.      Foreign Policy 3.      Mahila Shakti 4.      War of Technology 5.      Re establishing vedic Dharma, challenges and solution's 6.      Rajniti 7.      Sustainability 8.      Cinema 9.      Tech, Start up 10.  IKS 11.  Media 12.  Threats to Democracy 13.  Higher Education 14.  Startup System 15.  Challenges to Judiciary 16. War of Narratives - 16 Petals for Lotus Flower Blooming at this Mega Festival. Every Speakers brings Data, Information, Knowledge from Hidden Literature from all over Bharat. GAP fill up the Gap in Life & System to Manifest with Love & Lights to Live. Think deeper & Meditate. Goddess Bless you.

"Ever wondered how a simple walk can turn into an epic journey through time? Let me tell you about an experience that changed my perspective on cultural heritage!" Working with an NGO promoting tourism in India, I organized heritage walks for school students to spark curiosity and pride in our cultural history. Exploring Varanasi's ancient ghats, hidden alleys, and historical tales, I saw students' awe and connection to their heritage. A standout moment was a student's remark by the river Ganga: "I never knew history could be this alive!" This experience reaffirmed my belief in the power of education and tourism to transform perspectives and preserve our heritage. #TVSCredit, #TVSCreditEPIC6, #UsherInTheEpicWave, #CampusChallenge, #MyEPICStory

Greenpeace India conducted a comprehensive study titled "Riding the Justice Route: Free Bus Travel as a Step Towards Gender-Just Public Transport in Delhi" that assessed the impact of free bus travel for women. Key findings from the report include: Mobility Improvement: 23% of women reported more frequent travel, and 15% of previously rare bus users now travel regularly Economic Impact: 75% of women reported transport savings, with 67% spending less than ₹1,000 monthly5 Savings Allocation: 54% used savings for household expenses 50% for emergencies 33% for personal purchases 15% for healthcare and education Challenges Identified: 77% of women feel unsafe in buses after 5 PM Only 21% felt buses arrive on time 14% of low-income women reported facing insults from male passengers Positive Outcomes: Women's bus ridership increased from 25% in 2020-21 to 33% in 2022-23 64% reported improved access to distant places 49% saw increased access to work or education The study highlights that the free bus travel scheme has significantly improved women's mobility and economic opportunities in Delhi. The Government of Tamil Nadu can take pride in that it has also introduced free bus travel for women in Chennai. It can compare the impact of it with that of Delhi and soup it up for elevating the outreach. Chennai Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (CUMTA) Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority Anna University Chennai #chiefminister #cmoftamilnadu