Missing footpaths in Bengaluru make the last mile the hardest
Commuters in Bengaluru are struggling with the lack of continuous footpaths, forcing pedestrians to walk on dangerous roads to reach public transport. Despite a Supreme Court ruling on the right to safe pedestrian infrastructure, many residents are abandoning public transit due to these safety hazards.
Why it matters
It underscores the disconnect between urban infrastructure development and the fundamental rights of pedestrians in rapidly growing cities.
Caroline B., 32, was a regular BMTC commuter for more than a year, travelling between Hebbal and Marathahalli. However, she eventually gave it up because every commute ended the same way — with a 700-metre walk on the road, with no continuous footpath.
The article advocates for public infrastructure and highlights the failure of local authorities to meet legal and social standards.
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