Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) in a rapidly growing city: How Pune is integrating mobility and urban growth

Back English Case study Published: 14.09.2026
Authors

Ana Maria Alonso Parra, Assistant, Climate Action, ICLEI World Secretariat

Karishma Asarpota, Senior Officer, Climate Action, ICLEI World Secretariat

Contributors

Liz Cormack
ICLEI World Secretariat

This Good Practice explores how Pune, India, is adapting Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) to connect sustainable mobility with compact, mixed-use urban development. By integrating public transit and land-use planning with walkability, first- and last-mile connectivity, and quality public spaces, Pune’s experience shows how cities can create more connected and accessible neighborhoods around transit.
The publication is part of the Good Practice Series from the Kaohsiung–ICLEI Climate Neutral and Smart Cities Community of Practice, sharing practical experiences and lessons from member cities to inform action worldwide.

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