Irale Aditya Sunil

UT4000

As cities grow rapidly, understanding and predicting travel patterns become essential for effective urban transport planning. This study focuses on Surat, one of India’s fastest-growing urban centers, to explore the role of travel demand modelling in shaping strategic transport interventions. Travel demand modelling serves as a critical tool in assessing current mobility trends, evaluating infrastructure needs, and testing future scenarios. Through a detailed baseline assessment of Surat’s transport sub-systems, this analysis identifies existing issues and models alternative development scenarios to support data driven decision making. The outcomes aim to guide integrated transport and land use strategies that enhance connectivity, accessibility, and sustainability in Surat’s urban fabric.