Pondy Bazaar earned over ₹60 lakh revenue, 89% women felt safer, sales jumped 50% in ‘Healthy Streets’ project across country: study
A study by ITDP India on the 'Healthy Streets' project reveals that urban redesigns like Pondy Bazaar have boosted local business revenue and improved safety for pedestrians. The findings suggest that pedestrian-friendly infrastructure leads to higher sales, increased property premiums, and lower pollution levels.
Why it matters
It provides empirical evidence that urban planning focused on walkability can yield significant economic and environmental benefits for cities.
Pondy Bazaar generates ₹66.6 lakh annually through organised parking, according to a study by ITDP India. The study, “The Healthy Street Dividend,” focused on how remodelling street redesign can improve business activity, safety and environmental outcomes while creating recurring revenue streams for urban local bodies.
The report summarizes study findings objectively, focusing on data points and expert quotes without taking a partisan stance.
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