footpaths

The Bombay High Court urged people to stop solely blaming the BMC for monsoon waterlogging, highlighting that footpath encroachment exacerbates the issue. The court criticized the habit of 'robbing our own motherland' by rendering footpaths inaccessible.

A safe footpath campaign in Bengaluru gained attention when senior Norwegian Embassy officials ran along the city's footpaths and shared a video praising the experience. The initiative highlights efforts to promote pedestrian-friendly infrastructure in the Indian city.

The Cyberabad civic body removed 506 encroachments from footpaths on 15 road stretches. The action aimed to restore public spaces and improve road accessibility.

Justice Narasimha’s judgment separates footpaths from motor accidents, emphasizing their own purpose beyond accident prevention. The footpath's primary role is not solely to avoid accidents but to serve its own identity and broader purpose.

Hyderabad recorded 128 accidents involving minors this year, with roads around schools failing safety tests. A study found 80% of schools lacked warning boards, 90% had no visible speed-limit signs, 70% missed designated pick-up/drop-off zones, and 60% had no footpaths.

A study on the current status of footpaths in Mysuru is being conducted by students, with preliminary findings to be discussed at a meeting titled 'Giving footpaths back to pedestrians'. The meeting aims to address pedestrian challenges in the city.