Good connectivity and accessibility ensure
inclusivity of public transport system which is an indicator of a
fair society. The modal shift of commuters towards public transit
services depends majorly on its accessibility levels. To ensure that
commuters have equal opportunities to access jobs, education, and
other services, PTAL (public transit accessibility level) is often
evaluated. Public transport accessibility levels are a detailed and
an accurate measure of accessibility of a point to the public
transport network which considers walk access time and service
availability. Public transportation is often referred to as an
affordable model for every section of society due to its cheap fare
price. The major question lies in the inclusivity of public transit
services for the economically weaker section of society whether or
not public transportation is available and accessible for those who
need it or those who cannot afford other mobility services. The
present study intends to focus on affordable and inclusive
transportation for economically weaker sections. The study is an
attempt to assess the issues with public transport services in the
city of Bhopal, India for economically backward areas like slums.
The research will help in understanding the accessibility level of
currently available public transit services by evaluating the PTAL
(public transit accessibility level) for socially backward.
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