New Delhi [India] November 5: At the recently concluded, Trafficinfratech Expo along with  Smart Mobility  Conference 2024  (October 22-24), Pragati Maidan   New Delhi, the concept of responsible mobility  got    reinforced  through showcasing of  cutting edge solutions for Smart and Safe Mobility.  The Conference sessions included India  Mobility: Green to Greener, Vision Zero - Targeting Road Safety and Future of ITS in India.

Addressing the exhibitors and visitors at the Expo,  Hon'ble Minister Shri Nitin  Gadkari,  Minister for Road Transport & Highways, shared his visionary insights into the future of Mobility in India and highlighted how emerging technologies shape the nation's road infrastructure, enhancing transport safety, efficiency, and sustainability

The October 23,   session on   " Setting the Vision for Future- Ready ITS in India  at  Smart Mobility India Conference, organised by ITS India in collaboration with TrafficInfraTech,  began with a Welcome  Address by  Akhilesh Srivastava, President of ITS India Forum, who outlined India's ambitions to become a global leader in ITS.  Prof. K.K. Aggarwal, President of South Asian University (SAU), established by SAARC nations, delivered the  Special Guest of Honour Address, emphasizing the role of intelligent technologies in revolutionizing transportation systems across SAARC countries. He encouraged collaboration between India and its neighboring nations to advance ITS research and education.  Akio Yamamoto, Secretary General - ITS Asia Pacific,  Takehiko Barada, President ITS Japan,  B N Puri, Director AITD,  Mythili Menon, Project Officer, ITU Geneva,  R. Shakya, Addl. Director General, DoT,  Sunil, President IETE graced the occasion with insights into ITS.

To further this goal, a  Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)  was signed between  ITS India Forum  and  South Asian University (SAU). The MoU aims to bridge the skill gap in ITS and promote research, innovation, and sustainable transportation solutions. The agreement will foster collaboration on key initiatives, including  capacity building, joint research programs,  and establishing a  Centre of Excellence  focused on ITS.

The MoU was signed by  Dr. Shiv Kumar, Director General of ITS India Forum, and  Professor Pooran Chandra Pandey, Director of the Centre of Excellence on Climate Change, Green Transition, and Sustainability at SAU. Both parties stressed the transformative potential of ITS in addressing traffic congestion and enabling environmentally sustainable urban mobility.

Another milestone was achieved by signing a MoU between the  ITS India Forum  and  Geospatial World  at their Noida office on 22 October 2024. This collaboration focuses on leveraging  geospatial technologies  to improve transportation efficiency and sustainability across India. The MoU was signed by Mr Sanjay Kumar, CEO, Geospatial World and Mr Akhilesh Srivastava, President, ITS India Forum.

The  technical sessions  provided valuable insights into ITS advancements:

1.  Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS): Clarissa from iOmniscient    (Australia) presented innovative AI-based optimization solutions.  Harsh Nisar  from NHAI addressed challenges in scaling ATMS to meet India's increasing demand for traffic management.

2.Intelligent Camera Systems: Industry leaders, including  Prashant Oberai  (Norden),  Sanjeev Sehgal  (Sparsh), and  Dr. Jayant Ratti  (Nayan Technologies), demonstrated the critical role of AI-powered cameras in enhancing urban mobility and safety.

3.GNSS: Future of Tolling: Chaired by  Akhilesh Srivastava, this session had global leaders such as  Akash Sinha, Peter Kozej  (SkyToll), and  Anshuman Roy  (Rosematra) discussing satellite-based tolling systems.  Ashish Bhutani  and  Shreedhar  provided insights into High-Speed Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) technologies.

4.Urban Mobility Solutions: Focused on tackling urban congestion, this session featured presentations by  Rajesh Krishnan  (ITSPE) and  Aditya Thapliyal  (Idea Forge Technology) on emerging solutions for Indian cities.  Fabian Seelinger, Yunex Traffic exposed to Singapore Smart Traffic Management.

5.Multimodal Transport & Logistics: Case studies presented by  Jehaan Kotwal  and  Navdeep of Envoys  showcased how advanced technologies are transforming logistics and supply chain management.

6.  Green Corridors for Ambulances: In a cutting-edge demonstration,  Rituraj Srivastava,  Chief Strategy Officer of Danlaw Technologies, highlighted how  CV2X technology  creates green corridors for ambulances, improving emergency response times in Bengaluru.

The conference set a strong vision for India's future in ITS.  In his address,  Akhilesh Srivastava  stressed the ITS India Forum's commitment to addressing the critical challenges of safety, affordability, sustainability, and urban congestion.

Dr. Pooran Chandra Pandey  elaborated that the collaboration will soon enter its execution phase, creating avenues for higher education programs and industry-driven research.

South Asian University  (SAU) is an international university established in 2010 under the auspices of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). Jointly funded and governed by the eight SAARC member states - Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.  SAU  aims to foster regional cooperation and enhance South Asia's academic and research capacity. Located in New Delhi, India, the university offers a range of postgraduate and doctoral programs, focusing on areas critical to the region's socio-economic development, including sustainability, climate change, and international relations. SAU is pivotal in promoting regional research, innovation, and cross-cultural learning.

Geospatial World  is a leading global organization dedicated to advancing sustainability and innovation through geospatial technologies. With over 27 years of experience, the company operates in multiple sectors, providing actionable insights and empowering decision-makers with critical data for informed decision-making. It has been instrumental in promoting geospatial information systems (GIS) to improve infrastructure and sustainable development to enhance urban mobility solutions worldwide.

ITS India Forum:  The ITS India Industry Growth Forum, registered as a non-profit organization in 2023, is dedicated to promoting Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) in India. As a think tank, it focuses on policy advocacy, research, and innovation in the transportation sector. Through various initiatives such as webinars, workshops, and research projects, the forum aims to bridge the skills gap in ITS and enhance urban mobility and sustainability in transportation.

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