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The Climate NetworkEP 016 : Reclaiming Urban Spaces | with Sarika Panda BhattIn this thought-provoking episode of The Climate Network, we sit down with Sarika Panda Bhatt, urban planner, sustainable mobility advocate, and co-founder of Raahgiri Day. From car-choked streets to walkable, breathable cities, Sarika Maam takes us through her journey of reclaiming urban spaces for people, not just vehicles. Tune in and walk with us into a more sustainable, inclusive urban future.
2025-07-2617 min
Pave The WayFrom Policy to Practice: Achieving Sustainable Mobility (w/ Avi Silverman)On episode 14 of the Pave the Way podcast, host Akash Basu speaks with Avi Silverman, Deputy Director of the FIA Foundation, about the critical issues of road safety and sustainable mobility. Avi shares insights from his extensive work on creating safer environments for young people and highlights successful global initiatives, including the integration of road safety into the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).They discuss the challenges and opportunities of addressing road safety in Indian cities, the importance of sustainable mobility, and effective strategies for reducing road traffic injuries. Avi emphasises the need for political leadership and coordinated...
2024-07-011h 00
Pave The WayMapping out the Future of EVs w/ the Norwegian EV AssociationIn Episode 13 of Pave the Way, we delve into electric vehicles (EVs) with two insightful members of the Norwegian EV Association, Markus Nilsen Rotevatn and Helene Busengdal. Norway stands as a global leader in EV adoption, boasting one of the highest per capita rates of electric vehicle ownership worldwide. In this episode, we uncover the secrets behind Norway's success story and discuss the invaluable lessons that other nations can learn from their experience.Markus and Helena provide us with an insider's perspective on the EV landscape in Norway, offering deep insights into the country's infrastructure, policies, and c...
2024-03-2744 min
Unbound with MamtaaEP34: Leading India's Urban Revolution ft Sarika Panda BhattIn today's episode of Unbound With Mamtaa, Sarika Panda Bhatt, the director and founding trustee of the Raahgiri Foundation, joins us. The foundation is dedicated to the mission of making streets safer, more accessible, and sustainable. Sarika recounts the development of the innovative and highly successful Raahgiri concept, which has been replicated across more than 70 large and small cities in India. Additionally, she talks about the increasing challenges associated with urban development, her inspiration for launching the initiative, and her experiences in her daily life. About the guest: Sarika Panda Bhatt, who serves as an Associate Director at Nagarro, is...
2024-03-0156 min
Pave The WayUnderstanding the Importance & Value of Pedestrian Rights (w/ Mario J. Alves)On episode 12 of the podcast, host Akash Basu is joined by the Secretary-General of the International Federation of Pedestrians, Mario J. Alves.The two discuss what it means to be a pedestrians, the importance of recognising the importance and value of pedestrian rights, and explore Mario's views and recommendations of how we can pave the way toward a better future for our walkers.Make sure to follow the podcast so you never miss an episode!
2023-12-1533 min
Pave The WayA Say at the Table (International Youth Day)The climate crisis disproportionately affects the youth. With their future (and present) in jeopardy, many youth leaders have sprung up and begun to speak up about their stake in our shared environment. In this episode, our host Damini Jaiman speaks to three such youth climate advocates, Abhiir Bhalla, Gokul Rajendran, and Samarrth Khanna. They speak about their journey into climate advocacy, the unique position of the youth today, and what green skills are.
2023-08-1213 min
Pave The WayWhy We Need to Decarbonise Transport, the Value of Electric Mobility & More (w/ Stephen Draexler)On episode 11 of the podcast, host Akash Basu is joined with Stephen Draexler, who works at the German International Corporation (GIZ) who is currently working on a project called the NDC Transport Initiative for Asia.The two speak about how important it is to decarbonise transport, how we can go about doing so, the future of electric mobility and much more!Make sure to follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode!You can read the book 'The Path to Zero: A Vision for Decarbonised Transport in Asia Changing Transport' using the...
2023-05-1631 min
Pave The WayThe Role of Governance in Achieving Sustainable Transportation (w/ Amit Bhatt)On episode 10 of the 'Pave The Way' podcast, host Akash Basu is joined with the Managing Director for India at the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), Amit Bhatt.The two explore the role of governance when it comes to the provision of sustainable transport infrastructure, the underlying governance issues that prevent this provision and how we can progress toward a more sustainable future when it comes to transport.Follow the podcast so you never miss an episode!
2023-03-1429 min
Pave The WayHow To Create People-Friendly Cities (w/ Melissa Bruntlett)On episode 9 of the podcast, host Akash Basu is joined by author and urban mobility advocate, Melissa Bruntlett!The two explore why we need to be moving toward the creation of human-centric, people-friendly cities, how we go about doing so, and actionable steps that cities can take to look forward to a safer and more sustainable future.Hit the follow button so you never miss an episode!
2022-11-2126 minPave The WayExploring The Gendered Impact of Mobility (w/ Kalpana Viswanath)On episode 8 of the podcast, host Akash Basu is joined by the CEO and Co-Founder of Safetipin, Kalpana Viswanath!The two explore why transport and mobility are not gender-neutral, the different needs and patterns when it comes to the mobility of women as compared to men, how we can go about addressing harassment toward women on our roads & much more.Hit the follow button so you never miss an episode!
2022-09-2627 min
Pave The WayUnderstanding The Value of Shared Mobility, How to Design Infrastructure For All Road Users & More (w/ Dr. Natalia Barbour)On episode 7 of the Pave The Way podcast, we are joined by with an Assistant Professor of transport and energy at Delft University of Technology in Netherlands, Dr. Natalia Barbour!Host Akash Basu and Dr. Barbour explore the meaning of the term 'vulnerable road users', how to design transport infrastructure to better cater to all road users, the value of shared mobility systems and much more.Follow the podcast so you never miss an episode!
2022-08-2626 minPave The WayHow Indian Cities Can Improve Their Non-Motorised Transport Infrastructure, The Value & Viability of Hyper-Localised Cities & More (w/ Daniel Moser)On episode 6 of the Pave the Way podcast, we are joined by Senior Transport Specialist at The World Bank - Daniel Ernesto Moser!Host Akash Basu and Daniel discuss topics including how Indian cities can look to improve their non-motorised transport infrastructure, the value of both activism and initiative when looking to transform cities, the viability of 15-minute cities & much more! Follow the podcast so you never miss an episode!
2022-07-1543 min
Pave The WayCar-Free Days, Vision Zero, The Importance of a 'Citizen's Culture' & More (w/ Dario Hidalgo)On episode 4, host Akash Basu speaks with sustainable urban transport expert Dario Hidalgo on the value of car-free days, the idea behind Vision Zero programs, the importance of a 'Citizens Culture' & much more.Hit follow on the podcast so you never miss an episode!
2022-04-0846 minPave The WayLinking Disability and Road Safety Issues (w/ Devika Malik)On episode 4 of the podcast, host Akash Basu speaks with Devika Malik, co-founder of the Wheeling Happiness Foundation, on the causes of disability in our country, the main reasons for it, and the potential solutions for the same.Devika was born with hemiplegia, which causes paralysis to one side of the body. She has overcome the challenges of this disability to become an international para-athlete (disability sports) with 8 national & 3 international medals at World Para Athletics Grand Prix competitions; she is a psychological counsellor and, an International Disability Inclusion Advocate & even a TEDx Speaker. Oh and, she’s al...
2022-02-1147 minPave The WayThe Issues with our Transport Systems, The Role of the Bureaucracy & More (w/ Andy Singer)On episode 3, host Akash Basu interviews and converses with American political cartoonist, Andy Singer, on the failure of our transport systems, the role of the bureaucracy and how they fail to address the real issues & much more.Hit follow on the podcast so you never miss an episode!
2022-02-0456 minPave The WayImpact of Urban Mobility & Transport Planning on Air Pollution LevelsOn episode 2 of the Pave The Way podcast, we are joined by Executive Director for Advocacy and Research at the Centre for Science & Environment, Anumita Roychowdhury.We discuss why the air pollution discussion in India dies out after a few months, what the extent of the solution is and how we can pave the way forward to cleaner, more breathable streets and cities.Follow the podcast so you never miss an episode!
2021-12-0934 min
Pave The WayThe Role of Mobility & Transport Planning in the Climate CrisisOn this episode, we are joined by Mott MacDonald Professor of Future Mobility at the University of the West of England, Glenn Lyons as we discuss the issues surrounding mobility when it comes to the climate crisis. What the issues are, how we need to see intervention and even solutions to the issue.Follow the podcast so you never miss an episode!
2021-10-3128 min
Conversations on Public HealthEp #06: How Bad Road Design Makes Us Sick with Sarika Panda Bhatt, Co-Founder - Raahgiri DaySarika Panda Bhatt is a woman on a mission. She is the Co Founder of Raahgiri Day, India's first car free day campaign, and is a leading voice on road design and safety. In this very interesting 30 minute chat, we speak about what it will take to make Indian roads safer. Tune in to hear about:
How do policy makers, planners and engineers think about road design?
New Motor Vehicle Act, 2019- Do regulations help create better roads?
Do we need a radical shift in how we plan our cities?
What will it take to build climate change...
2021-02-1729 min