Bengaluru's Pavement Crisis: An Analysis of Pedestrian Safety and Infrastructure Deficiencies

Adithya Nag N V

Bengaluru's Pavement Crisis: An Analysis of Pedestrian Safety and Infrastructure Deficiencies

Author(s)	Mr. Adithya Nag N V
Country	India
Abstract	People in Indian cities are forced to walk onroadways rather than sidewalks due to poorplanning and insufficient infrastructure, makingpedestrian mobility a crucial but often overlookedacet of urban life. Because they are frequently uneven, overgrown, badly maintained, and devoidof lighting, shade, and places to relax, sidewalksare dangerous and inconvenient. Road walking isnormalized by inadequate enforcement andsocietal attitudes, while vulnerablepopulationslike the elderly, children, caregivers, and peoplewith disabilities are marginalized when inclusivedesign is lacking. Their use is discouraged byobstacles including steep curbs, uneven ground,and a lack of ramps, which drive many people onto dangerous roads. The repercussions go beyondmere bodily danger. According to research,pedestrian environments that are unsafe andinaccessible have an impact on commuters' stresslevels and mental health in addition to their mobility. Bad sidewalks that are regularly blockedby cars, trash, and sellers deter people fromwalking as a practical form of transportation andpush them toward private automobiles. Inaddition to weakening sustainable urbantransportation, this change exacerbates traffic,pollution, and noise, further marginalizing pedestrians by promoting a car-centric cycle.In Bengaluru, initiatives such as the Tender SUREproject have attempted to create pedestrianfriendlycorridors, but their limited scopeunderscores a broader policy failure to prioritizenon-motorized transport. To address this crisis,Indian cities must adopt holistic strategies that prioritize pedestrian-centric urban planning,universal accessibility, and stronger regulationenforcement. Transforming sidewalks intoinclusive, safe, and engaging public spaces isessential not only to encourage walking but also toimprove liveability, equity, and sustainability inrapidly urbanizing contexts.
Keywords	Pedestrian mobility, Sidewalks, Urban planning, Roadways, Infrastructure, Accessibility, Safety, Vulnerable populations, Transportation, Sustainable
Field	Engineering
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On	2026-05-09

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