The Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has secured the top honour at the Urban Mobility India Conference 2023, hosted by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. “PCMC’s visionary approach to urban transport innovation earned it this prestigious recognition.
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Our entry showcased a forward-thinking urban transport strategy, emphasising the development of amenities like dedicated cycle paths and pedestrian walkways on key routes such as Sangvi-Kiwale road, Pimple Saudagar area, and Nashik Phata – Wakad road. Our commitment to a no vehicle use (NMT) policy within the jurisdiction set us apart.
This remarkable submission was presented to the Ministry of Urban Development in August 2023, where it stood out among entries from municipalities, metro corporations, and bus corporations nationwide,” said officials in a joint statement.
Municipal Commissioner Shekhar Singh accepted the first prize during the 16th Urban Transport Development Conference held at Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi.