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SESSION 4A - ‘Role of Rickshaws/Taxi in Sustainable Transport’
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Case Study of Reforms in Mumbai’s Auto-rickshaw and Taxi ServicesMr. B. C. Khatua, IAS (Retd), Director, Mumbai Transformation Support Unit (MTSU)
Overview of Mumbai’s transport system
Components of Mumbai’s Intermediate Public Transport (IPT) sector
Key characteristics of auto-rickshaw and taxi services
Key challenges
Case study of taxi and auto-rickshaw reforms in Mumbai
- Reforms implemented
- Proposed reforms
Recommendations for future reforms
Structure of Presentation
Overview of Mumbai’s transport system
Mode Shares (no train, no walk) in Mumbai, 2008
Mode Shares (no walk) in Mumbai, 2008
Mode Shares (all modes) in Mumbai, 2008
Contribution of IPT to an integrated public transport system in Mumbai (feeder to train stations)
Island City
Suburbs
MMR
Components of Mumbai’s IPT Sector
Key characteristics of auto-rickshaw and taxi services in Mumbai (MMR)
Auto-rickshaws Taxis
Fleet size 1,70,000 45,000
Mode shares* (no train, no walk)
15% 5%
Trip purposes • Feeder to mass transport for work commute trips.
• Occasional trips for shopping, recreation and access to airport/rail station
• Long distance work commute trips;
• Occasional trips for shopping, recreation, and access to airport/rail station
Major manufacturers Bajaj Hyundai; Maruti; Premier Padmini
Fuel used CNG CNG
* From Mumbai Comprehensive Transportation Study
Key challenges facing the sector
Problems associated with unorganized services
What types of reforms are required?
Case study of Auto-rickshaw and Taxi reforms in Mumbai
Auto-rickshaw and Taxi sector reformsImplemented
Auto-rickshaw and Taxi sector reformsProposed
Auto-rickshaws and taxis are an integral part of Mumbai’s transport system, catering to the mobility needs of a large section of populationThrough the initiatives of the government, a few reforms have been implemented which are providing benefits to both drivers and passengersHowever, challenges remain that need to be addressed through following initiatives:• Organized auto-rickshaw service• Dedicated auto-rickshaw and taxi stands• Vehicle inspection and maintenance facilities• Driver training facilities
Conclusions