Kolkata tops Indian cities in public transport: Study

[LaBong]

Its trams might be the slowest mode of commuting, but when it comes to public transport, Kolkata is regarded the most progressive city in the country, according to a new study.

The study of 84 cities across the world titled 'Future of Urban Mobility 2.0', ranks Kolkata at 31-highest among the six cities studied in India. While Mumbai (41) comes second, Chennai (54) comes third followed by Hyderabad (55), Bangalore (65) and Delhi (79). The study was released on Monday by Arthur D Little, a management consultant based in Boston and International Association of Public Transport (UITP).

The best cities, according to the study, are Hong Kong, Stockholm and Amsterdam while the worst are Baghdad, Hanoi and Atlanta. Kolkata fares better than several cities in developed countries including New York (35), Toronto (38) and Melbourne .

Some of the parameters that were taken into account are share of trips made in public transport, smart card penetration, road density, frequency of public transport and initiatives taken in the public sector.

Experts say it is no surprise that Kolkata holds the top rank in the country as it has a array of options - including the age-old tram system, the new age metro rail and 'intermediate public transport' systems like autorickshaws and taxis that go by the meter. More than half or 54% of all trips are made on public transport, according a study by the Union ministry of urban development-highest in the country. Though the government is on a banning spree, studies also show that some 11% of all trips are made on cycles and only 8% are made on cars-which is one of the lowest in the country.

Urban planning experts say a city with good public transport should have progressive land use policies-and that's where cities like Hong Kong and Singapore score. "These cities are most dense along the transit corridors taking away the need for private vehicles," said Raj Cherubal, an expert working with the Tamil Nadu government on urban planning. "For example, in Hong Kong, parking is not allowed in building which are less than 500m from a metro line. While one hand they have great public transport, there is also heavy restriction in private vehicles," he added.

 

[Android]

Buses in Kolkata sucks especially those small red ones

 

[LaBong]

Buses in Kolkata sucks especially those small red ones

There are no red bus in Kolkata now, we are Blue and White as directed by Mamata didi.

Anyways all old bus license were cancelled few years back and new low floor AC and non AC buses are introduced.

 

[Dash]

I hate Kolkata taxis...

 

[Ayush]

and i was expecting it to be mumbai

 

[adwityagrata]

More than half or 54% of all trips are made on public transport, according a study by the Union ministry of urban development-highest in the country. Though the government is on a banning spree, studies also show that some 11% of all trips are made on cycles and only 8% are made on cars-which is one of the lowest in the country.

LOL. Sorry to rain on your parade, but what it really means is that most people in Kolkata is too poor to either own a car or use it for daily commuting.

Worse still they rely on slave labor by employing cycle rickshaws.

There are lies, damn lies and statistics.

 

[scorpionx]

LOL. Sorry to rain on your parade, but what it really means is that most people in Kolkata is too poor to either own a car or use it for daily commuting.

Worse still they rely on slave labor by employing cycle rickshaws.

There are lies, damn lies and statistics.

This is not related to poverty any ways.It's all about the improvement in the public transport and urban mobility.

 

[adwityagrata]

This is not related to poverty any ways.It's all about the improvement in the public transport and urban mobility.

11% of all trips are made on cycles and only 8% are made on cars has nothing to do with poverty ?

 

[scorpionx]

11% of all trips are made on cycles and only 8% are made on cars has nothing to do with poverty ?

What do you think only poors ride cycles in a city? And is there any firm assertion that 8% make on cars means rest simply can't afford cars? The public transport system was scary and sickening some years back but today it has way improved. This was the message of the thread,I guess. can't fathom where poverty comes from.

 

[vicky sen]

transportation in kolkata sucks...wonder from where this came from...

There are no red bus in Kolkata now, we are Blue and White as directed by Mamata didi.

Anyways all old bus license were cancelled few years back and new low floor AC and non AC buses are introduced.

I think he was referring to mini buses. They are still here.

LOL. Sorry to rain on your parade, but what it really means is that most people in Kolkata is too poor to either own a car or use it for daily commuting.

Worse still they rely on slave labor by employing cycle rickshaws.

There are lies, damn lies and statistics.

No ....public transport is really cheap..Even people who own cars dont mind using public transport.

avg Bus fare is Rs 5 to 7, even minimum metro fare is Rs 5.

 

[FaujHistorian]

high res pictures please

 

[dray]

Buses in Kolkata sucks especially those small red ones

Try JNNURM buses or AC buses.

I hate Kolkata taxis...

But why....most Indian cities have those Amby taxis! Now Tata Indica taxis are also there, even Maruti Tour (Dzire) taxis are also coming. You can also hire a radio cab.

high res pictures please

Check this thread: Dhaka v/s Kolkata

 

[ranjeet]

I don't have anything against Bengalis or Bangalis .... but irrespective of the border they all suck !!!

 

[scorpionx]

I don't have anything against Bengalis or Bangalis .... but irrespective of the border they all suck !!!

 

[IndoUS]

You are telling me that there is a city in India where autorickshaws and taxis drivers actually charge people based on the meter.