Srinagar, 30 Oct: Srinagar Smart City has been honoured with the prestigious “Excellence in Urban Transport” award for its remarkable and sustainable multimodal public transport initiatives.
The award was presented by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MOHUA), recognizing Srinagar’s outstanding efforts in enhancing public transport through various innovative means, including pedestrianization, e-rickshaws, e-buses, and e-boat-integrated initiatives.
Expressing his gratitude, the Chief Executive Officer of Srinagar Smart City Limited and Commissioner of Srinagar Municipal Corporation, Athar Amir Khan, lauded the relentless support and guidance of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who played a pivotal role in achieving this remarkable recognition. Khan expressed his appreciation by saying, “Thank you so much, sir, for making this possible and for the unrelenting encouragement, support, and guidance to Srinagar Smart City.”
The Excellence in Urban Transport award was presented to Srinagar Smart City at the Urban Mobility India Conference 2023, where the city stood out among strong contenders. Srinagar’s success was attributed to its concerted efforts over the past year to enhance public transport through an integrated multimodal approach. This approach included pedestrianization, public bicycle sharing, e-rickshaw feeder systems, electric bus transport, and water transport, all aimed at making public transport in the city more efficient, sustainable, and accessible.
According to the CEO of Smart City Srinagar Athar Amir Khan, “The award not only recognizes Srinagar Smart City’s commitment to sustainable urban development but also underscores the city’s dedication to improving the lives of its residents and visitors.” With the integration of eco-friendly modes of transportation like e-rickshaws and electric buses, along with initiatives like pedestrianization and water transport, Srinagar is setting a remarkable example for other cities to follow.
He said, this prestigious award reaffirms Srinagar’s position as a leader in urban development and showcases the positive impact of innovative public transport initiatives. Srinagar Smart City’s achievement is not only a moment of pride for the city but also an inspiration for urban centres across the country to adopt sustainable and inclusive transportation solutions for a greener and more accessible future.
