Evaluating factors influencing Active Transportation in Developing Metropolises

Saleem, Shumaila; JAiswal, Anuj; G R, Bivina

doi:10.22059/ceij.2025.383151.2161

Evaluating factors influencing Active Transportation in Developing Metropolises

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¹ MANIT

² Architecture and planning department , assistant professor, MANIT, Bhopal, India.

³ Department of civil Engineering , MANIT, Bhopal

10.22059/ceij.2025.383151.2161

Abstract

Urban transportation is facing challenges of heavy traffic of two-wheeler, cars, and trucks due to motorized transport. In order to sustain environment as well as to stop environmental degradation active mobility was introduced as sustainable urban transportation. It indicates any mode of transport that involves physical activity e.g. Cycling, walking, skateboarding, skiing etc. The study aims to prioritize the factors influencing active mode choices using the FAHP (fuzzy analytical hierarchy process) model incorporating expert opinions. To verify the robustness of results a sensitivity analysis is also performed on the results. The study highlights that major performance indicators belonged to infrastructure category with network continuity, width of track and separate tracks amongst the most influencing factors. To promote active mode choices, it is essential for decision makers and planners to consider factors that matter the most while planning to reduce the impact of transportation on environment. By prioritizing infrastructure improvements and service provisions that directly address these key factors, cities can encourage a shift towards active mobility, mitigating the negative impacts of transportation on the environment and public health.

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