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7th November 2025, Friday
NEDFi Convention Centre, Guwahati, Assam
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Theme for 2025
Sustainable Urban Mobility – Public Transport, Walking & Cycling.
Urban mobility is a core challenge for North Eastern cities. Promoting public transport, cycling, and walking reduces emissions, congestion, and road risks. Inclusive mobility ensures access for all sections of society.
Speakers
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Akhilesh K Maurya
Professor, Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, Assam
Spotlight Session Speakers
Dr. Arup Misra
Chairman, Pollution Control Board, Assam, Guwahati
Topic: Air Quality, Climate Change, and its impact on Sustainable Mobility Choices
Abhijit Lokre
Founder, The Urban Lab Foundation, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Topic: Active Mobility and Our Streets
Dr. Bhairavi Joshi
CEO, BYCS India Foundation, Valsad, Gujarat
Topic: Active Mobility and Fit India
Dimbeswar Talukdar,ACS
Development Officer, Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority, Guwahati, Assam
Topic: Mobility Without Barriers: Reimagining Cities for All
Address by Partner Organisation & Elected Representatives
Rizwan Uz Zaman
Senior Technical Expert, Assam Climate Change Management Society, Guwahati, Assam
Ms. Ratna Singh
Hon'ble Guwahati Municipal Corporation Ward Councillor for Ward no 31
Mr. Ashish Bharali
Hon'ble Guwahati Municipal Corporation Ward Councillor for Ward no 46
Panel Discussion 1
Topic: Making Public Transportation Inclusive: Strengthening Bus-Based Systems
Abhijit Lokre
Founder, The Urban Lab Foundation, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Devraj Das
General Secretary, Metropolitan Transport Association, Guwahati, Assam
Dr. Rahul Mahanta
Associate Professor, Cotton University, Guwahati, Assam
Session Moderator
Dr. Simanta Kalita
Sustainable Development Professional, Guwahati, Assam
Panel Discussion 2
Topic: Walking and Cycling for Mobility Justice: Building Equitable and Safe Streets
Amalendu Bhuyan
Senior Planner, Assam Urban Knowledge Hub, Directorate of Town and Country Planning, Guwahati, Assam
Barasha Das
Independent Journalist, Guwahati, Assam
Nipjyoti Bharadwaj
Assistant Professor, Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati
Urmi Buragohain
CEO, IIT Guwahati Technology Innovation Center, Guwahati, Assam
Dr. Bhairavi Joshi
CEO, BYCS India Foundation, Valsad, Gujarat
Session Moderator
Himangka Kaushik
Fellow, Transitions Research, New Delhi
Supporters and Partners
Objectives
Release and Present research findings on sustainable urban transportation survey conducted by Purvca Foundation.
Facilitate dialogue by bringing together government stakeholders, academia, practitioners, mobility experts, industry leaders, and civil society representatives.
To provide an interactive platform for students and citizens to engage with real-world urban mobility challenges and contribute innovative solutions.
Raise awareness among the public and media on the importance of sustainable urban development and mobility solutions.
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