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Women-driven e-rickshaws for last-mile connectivity from Yelachenahalli and Indiranagar metro stations

Alstom's LEAP program in Bengaluru boosts last-mile connectivity with electric autorickshaws, empowering women drivers for sustainable urban mobility.

Fixing the mobility mess in Bengaluru

Fixing the mobility mess in Bengaluru

Radha said, “The government should focus on improving the last-mile connectivity to make public transport more attractive.”Bengaluru commuters rely on metro for last-mile connectivity, but inadequate first- and last-mile access has led to increased use of private vehicles. The Shakti scheme and #Personal2Public campaign have been successful in encouraging public…

Over 4,000 commuters avail free electric bus service to Bengaluru Lit Fest

Over 4,000 commuters avail free electric bus service to Bengaluru Lit Fest

At BLF, approx. 4,000 attendees used public transport incl. buses & metro. Personal2Public arranged free bus services b/w venue & metro. Aim: encourage use of public transport instead of personal vehicles. BMTC staff provided continuous pick-up & drop-off services. Result: 1000 cars off the streets & massive crowds on day…

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Reliability key to making public transport a success

If commuters know that a bus always reaches on time at a particular stop on a route every day, there is a reliability boost. Even if the frequency of buses is low on that route, ridership of that ‘predictable’ bus will increase, says a research finding.

Has the full operation of Bengaluru’s Metro Purple Line helped improve Bengaluru’s transport system?

The newly-opened 43.49 km stretch of the Namma Metro has had a significant positive impact on Bengaluru’s traffic scenario, but there are several more issues to be sorted.

Namma Metro completes 12 years of transit: A journey through slow milestones and challenges

On Friday, Namma metro completes its 12th anniversary since the inauguration of its first operational stretch in 2011, Reach 1, connecting M.G. Road to Baiyappanahalli. This marked a significant moment in the city’s public transport history then, as it represented the commencement of the first mass rapid transit system

With fully operational Purple Line, many prefer metro to personal vehicle

Bengaluru commuters rejoice as Purple Line brings relief: IT professionals on ORR benefit from improved connectivity, BMTC feeder buses, and #Personal2Public campaign, leading to smoother daily routine and reduced traffic congestion.

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Ticket to freedom: free bus rides for women spark joy for millions in Karnataka

Ticket to freedom: free bus rides for women spark joy for millions in Karnataka

The state government has launched free bus travel for women in an attempt to boost employment, and the change has been heartily welcomed

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Explained | Urban apathy or out-of-sync voter lists responsible for low turnout in Bengaluru?

Explained | Urban apathy or out-of-sync voter lists responsible for low turnout in Bengaluru?

Experts and civic group activists attribute the low turnout (Bengaluru: 55%, as compared to 73.19% for entire Karnataka) to errors in voter rolls, like duplication, deletion, and mismatched entries, and voters being forced to go from one booth to another searching for their names in the electoral rolls.

Low turnout: Not poll apathy, but out-of-sync voter lists, say analysts and citizens

Low turnout: Not poll apathy, but out-of-sync voter lists, say analysts and citizens

Does half of Bengaluru not vote? Or is there something more to it? As the numbers for Bengaluru released by the Election Commission on Thursday showed 55% voter turnout barring postal votes and home voting, experts and civic group activists say errors in voter rolls like duplication, deletion, and mismatched…

Another Election Show: Bengaluru is crumbling, voting wisely will help

Another Election Show: Bengaluru is crumbling, voting wisely will help

Is your MLA responsible for the dug-up road outside your house? What is the job of a legislator? Why does Bengaluru – a city famous for its activism – record a low voting percentage? Manisha Pande discusses these themes with Srinivas Alavilli, an activist and co-founder of Citizens for Bangalore.…

Encroachment of SWDs: Experts say town planning in Bengaluru dysfunctional

Encroachment of SWDs: Experts say town planning in Bengaluru dysfunctional

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