ASSESSING DELHI’S TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: A FRAMEWORK-BASED ANALYSIS ALIGNED WITH THE SDGS
Keywords:
Sustainable Development Goals, Transportation policy evaluation, Public transportation, Multimodal integration, Traffic congestion.Abstract
Urban transportation systems play a critical role in shaping the environmental, economic, and social landscape of cities. In the context of India’s capital, Delhi, multiple transportation frameworks have been introduced over the years to address mobility issues while aiming for sustainability. This study evaluates the major transportation frameworks of Delhi through the lens of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly using a 5P-based sustainability evaluation model. Expert opinion was gathered through a structured questionnaire using a 5-point Likert scale to assess each framework's alignment with People, Planet, Prosperity, Peace, and Partnership dimensions. The results identified the Delhi Master Plan 2041 as the most sustainable transportation framework. The study further proposes modifications to this plan to enhance its alignment with sustainable development objectives and provides strategic recommendations for policymakers.
