Designing Green Mobility Zone (GMZ)
Udaipur
The Urban Lab was engaged under the CapaCITIES II initiative, funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, to support Udaipur in designing a Green Mobility Zone (GMZ) within its historic walled city.
Udaipur’s historic walled city is a bustling hub of life, heritage, and tourism but its narrow lanes face challenges of congestion and pollution. To address this, The Urban Lab supported the city in designing a Green Mobility Zone (GMZ), which aims to transform conventional mobility into cleaner, people-friendly options.
Through extensive surveys, on-ground mapping, and stakeholder discussions, we assessed current travel and freight patterns and identified infrastructure needs for transitioning to electric vehicles and non-motorized transport. The project sets the foundation for Udaipur to reduce emissions, improve air quality, and enhance the experience of residents and visitors while preserving its rich heritage.
Services
Primary surveys covering user, freight, and traffic patterns
GIS-based street network inventory and land use maps
Analysis of existing and future mobility scenarios
Assessment of EV and NMT infrastructure requirements
Development of operation and financial plans for EV adoption
Supported policy formulation for phased GMZ implementation
Client
ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability, South Asia
Project Size
3.2 sq km
Period
April 2022 – February 2024
