Union Minister Manohar Lal called for urban mobility planning to be integrated into city planning from the outset, rather than relying on an approach based on needs as they arise.

Urban mobility planning at Bhubaneswar conference

Lal addressed the 19th Urban Mobility India Conference in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, held on October 23–24, 2026. He urged a shift away from a need-based approach to mobility and toward considering it from the beginning of the city-planning process.

Delhi Metro receives innovation award

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation received the Award of Excellence in the Excellence in Innovation and Smart Mobility Solutions category at the conference.

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs organized the two-day event, which brought together around 1,500 delegates, including international participants, across 14 sessions.

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