Urban Transport — Issues & Reforms

Preparation should focus on the nexus between urban mobility and social equity, emphasizing how transport infrastructure impacts marginalized groups like women and the urban poor. Aspirants must move beyond technical engineering solutions to advocate for people-centric models that prioritize public transit and last-mile connectivity over private vehicle ownership. Success in Mains lies in integrating data on urbanization with reforms like Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) to illustrate sustainable urban living.