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A 10 days’ Field Institute was organized by 25 post-graduate students Urban Planning from Tata Institute of Social Sciences, (TISS) Mumbai in collaboration with CEE Ahmedabad and Svarnim Puducherry from 22nd November to 3rd December 2025. The field institute looked at existing policy and looked at challenges in implementation by interacting with various stakeholders including various government departments and key officials and the general public through a mix of surveys, transect walks, interviews culminating in a randomly selected citizen’s jury who gave their perspectives and lived experiences towards a sustainable mobility plan for Puducherry. The session aimed to create a platform for citizens to better understand the structural issues behind urban mobility and to collaboratively explore possible improvements to local transportation systems.
Participants engaged in guided discussions on practical measures that both the public and government can adopt—from encouraging non-motorized transport and responsible parking behaviour to strengthening policy enforcement, redesigning public spaces, and integrating sustainable mobility practices. The dialogue emphasized the importance of shared responsibility in creating safer and more efficient commute environments.
The program helped bring diverse voices together, reinforcing the need for collaborative problem-solving in addressing mobility issues and supporting ongoing efforts toward a more organized and people-friendly urban environment.
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