“Research Study on Promotion of user-friendly Public Transport Systems (Bus & Bus Shelters) in Delhi- Implementation Strategies”, 2006:

During the course of research study on accessibility of buses and Bus Q Shelters (BQS) conducted in 2005, Samarthyam had suggested to various concerned departments to make the bus shelters as per the above design. The entire route of 620 buses (on which the Low Floor Buses are plying) i.e. from Hauz Khas terminus to Shivaji Stadium terminus has been selected for the same. Drawings and sketches with universal designs of BQS are being implemented by both DTC (225 BQS) and NDMC (197 BQS). Samarthyam is monitoring the construction process.

“Research study on Accessibility of Buses and Bus Shelter in India”, 2005

Samarthyam, in association with Sabla Action Aid, India has undertaken Research Study for Promotion of user-friendly public transportation systems-BUS & BUS SHELTERS.

Process:
Samarthyam conducted a Research Study to provide user groups’ perspective on bus shelters, Low Floor Buses (LFB) and upcoming Bus Rapid Transit System introduced by the Delhi Government with the objective to evaluate the existing infrastructure, to assess and document the present situation and to provide concrete direction involving the user groups on how to make public transport user friendly.

The study will be useful for transportation professionals, researchers and academicians, stake holders; to review different approaches to accessible public transport system. It will also assist NGOs, DPOs and user groups to advocate for accessible transportation. It will serve as study/guidelines for making public transportation system an example of “Mobility for All”.