Cycling in Our Cities is a multi-city study by ITDP India that examines how citizens perceive and experience cycling infrastructure in Indian cities. Conducted across Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad, and Nagpur, the study aims to inform future cycling infrastructure planning by understanding what works—and what doesn’t—for everyday cyclists.

What Was Surveyed
The study surveyed 605 cyclists and non-cyclists and assessed over 152 km of cycling infrastructure across the three cities. It evaluated four common infrastructure types: footpath-level cycle tracks, at-grade segregated cycle tracks, painted cycle lanes on carriageways, and shared streets with traffic calming measures.

Key Takeaways
Obstructions emerged as the biggest deterrent to cycling, cited by 56% of cyclists, with parked vehicles, vendor encroachments, and motor vehicle movement being the most common issues. Shared streets with traffic calming were consistently rated as the safest and most comfortable environments, while segregated cycle tracks performed poorly due to encroachments, poor surfaces, and broken continuity. The findings highlight that effective cycling infrastructure requires not just good design, but also strong enforcement and maintenance.

Find the full publication here.