Tag: Anumita Roychowdhury

India’s Urban Road Design Poses Serious Risk to Pedestrians and Cyclists

The shocking incident, in which leading Indian environmental activist Sunita Narain was seriously injured after being hit by a car while cycling in New Delhi, has raised several questions about the safety of pedestrians and cyclists in the country. According to the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), a Delhi-based and highly respected public advocacy… Read More ›

Walkability Quotes

“Sri Lanka has pushed for road rehabilitation projects to recognize walkways for pedestrians.” Don S. Jayaweera – Director General, Sri Lanka Ministry of Finance and Planning, Transportation Sector “Those who have less in wheels should have more on roads.” Atty. Antonio Oposa, Jr. – 2009 Ramon Magsaysay… Read More ›