Future-Ready Transit: Manohar Lal Urges Early Mobility Planning for Tier 2 & 3 Cities

At the valedictory session of the Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Exhibition 2025 in Gurugram, Union Minister Manohar Lal called for immediate action in urban mobility planning for tier 2 and 3 cities. He stressed that early planning is essential to make these cities future-ready as they transition into tier 1 urban centers.

The minister also highlighted the importance of expanding the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) beyond Delhi–NCR to major metros like Chennai, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, aiming to reduce travel time and enhance regional connectivity.

Key Highlights:

- Proactive Planning:  
  Urban mobility strategies must begin now to avoid future congestion and infrastructure gaps.

- RRTS Expansion:  
  Plans to extend rapid transit systems to more metropolitan regions for better intercity travel.

- PM e-Bus Sewa Launch:  
  The event also marked the unveiling of the PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme logo and website.

Sources: The Hans India, Lokmat Times.