17th Urban Mobility India Conference & Exhibition 2024: Key Highlights and Awards
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | The 17th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference & Exhibition 2024 and Awards |
| Venue | Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar, Gujarat |
| Organizer | Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Institute of Urban Transport (India), supported by Government of Gujarat & Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. |
| Theme | "Standardisation and Optimisation of Urban Transport Solutions" |
| Key Discussions | - Standardization of urban mobility. - Integration of various transport modes. - Multilateral & bilateral funding opportunities. - Development of E-Bus ecosystem in India. |
| Award Categories & Winners | - City with the Most Sustainable Transport System: Kochi - City with the Best Public Transport System: Bhubaneswar - City with Best Non-Motorized Transport: Srinagar - City with the Best Safety System: Gandhinagar - City with the Best Intelligent Transport System: Surat - City with Most Innovative Financing Mechanism: Jammu - City with Best Public Involvement: Bengaluru - Metro Rail with Best Multimodal Integration: Bengaluru - Metro Rail with Best Passenger Services: Mumbai |
| Exhibition Focus | Showcased best practices in urban transport and latest technologies. |
| Significance | A platform for Indian and foreign manufacturers to network, discuss innovations, and address challenges in urban mobility. |