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Abhay Damle, Joint Secretary
(Transport), Ministry of Road
Transport & Highways in his
Special address at the seminar
on the second day emphasized
on the fact that shared mobility
will gain more importance
in the future. “Future is all
about mobility. We need to
reduce our dependence on private vehicles”. Citing
a report by an international expert, and stressing
the rising importance of shared mobility, he said,
“Within four to five years the concept of personal
car owners will disappear. The entire eco-system of
taxis is becoming more efficient. It is providing a
wholesome experience today. We have to remember
that technology cannot be regulated in real-time.
While taking decisions to cap the licenses for auto
rickshaws and taxis, the state has to keep in mind
that shared mobility leads to less congestion, more
employment and less pollution”. Damle emphasized
the need to carry more passengers per square
feet of roads in order to make utilization of roads
more effective.
Praising the shows, he said, “These are very
important forums for exchange and flow of knowledge
to the practical side. There is a progressive approach
in traffic and transport sectors today and a lot of new
things regarding these were visible at the show”.

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