To decongest Bengaluru, urban experts suggest 30-min model

Prominent policy thinkers and urban planners have suggested that Bengaluru adopt the concept of a “30-minute city” to improve transportation and citizen services. The concept involves ensuring that most everyday needs can be met within 30 minutes of stepping out of one’s home, whether by walking, cycling, riding, or using public transport. This approach aims to increase physical activity, reduce reliance on cars, improve social cohesion, and encourage economic development. By decentralizing governance and creating accessible facilities, Bengaluru can address its urban challenges and improve quality of life for its citizens.