UMI Conference calls for integrated urban planning, smart mobility, inclusive public transport

Bhubaneswar, Oct 24 (UNI) The 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference concluded here on Saturday, highlighting the need for integrated urban planning, evidence-based decision-making, technological innovation and inclusive public transport systems to improve accessibility and enhance the quality of life in Indian cities. The conference brought together policymakers, government officials, international experts, transport professionals, researchers and industry representatives to discuss emerging challenges and opportunities in urban mobility, with a focus on developing sustainable, accessible and liveable cities. A technical session titled 'Land Use and Transport Beyond City Limits - TOD, Urban Form and Peri-Urban Corridors' examined the need to integrate…