TACTICAL URBANISM An approach to implement NMT-friendly neighborhoods in Indian cities

Abstract

This research paper examines the idea of tactical urbanism. In order to create neighbourhoods that are welcoming to non-motorized transportation (NMT), Using brief, low-cost interventions, tactical urbanism seeks to improve the usability and pedestrian friendliness of urban areas. The importance of NMT in Indian cities, where there is a great need for environmentally friendly and reasonably priced transportation solutions, is highlighted at the outset of the article. The various difficulties of putting in place NMT infrastructure are then discussed, including the lack of finance and space. The study contends that by empowering communities to take control of the transformation process and uniting various stakeholders behind a single objective, tactical urbanism can be a successful response to these problems. It gives examples of tactical urbanism projects that have been effective in Indian cities, such as turning parking lots into pedestrian-friendly areas and constructing bike lanes using bollards and signage. In order to secure the sustainability and scalability of these programmes, the report also highlights the necessity of long-term planning and governmental support. Overall, this study emphasises tactical urbanism's potential as a strategy for developing NMT-friendly neighbourhoods in Indian cities. In order to make Indian cities more accessible, livable, and sustainable, it advocates for increased cooperation between communities, local government, and civil society organisations. Keywords: participative design, public safety, tactical urbanism, economic development, community participation, sustainability, and equity.