Enhancing Urban livability through Pedestrinisation as a catalyst of Walkability- A case of Old Bathinda City.

Author(s)	Ms. Kanishka Rakesh Kurda, Ms. Meenu Chaudhary, Prof. Dr. Bhupinder Pal Singh Dhot
Country	India
Abstract	This research explores the interconnection between pedestrianisation and walkability, with an emphasis on their collective role in enhancing urban sustainability. By reimagining streets as active public spaces for pedestrians, urban planners are increasingly recognising the value of walkable environments in improving quality of life, reducing environmental degradation, and supporting local economies. This paper investigates different types of pedestrianisation strategies and their environmental, economic, and social impacts. Through a combination of literature review, analytical frameworks, and a focused case study on Bathinda, the research evaluates how pedestrianisation initiatives can reshape the urban experience. Recommendations for walkability enhancement are proposed based on global best practices such as Living Streets, Pedestrian Precincts, and Shared Zones, with insights contextualised for Indian mid-sized cities.
Keywords	Walkability, Infrastructure, Traffic volume study, sidewalks, planning, services
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On	2025-05-31
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.45207
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g9mtr4

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