Reimagining Pune with urban greenways integration

Abstract India’s unique geographical, economic, and cultural landscapes present distinct challenges and opportunities for developing greenways. Unlike their counterparts in the United States and Europe, Indian greenways must navigate fragmented and varied green spaces across different regions. This paper delves into the ecological, environmental, and planning advantages of greenways, proposing a methodology tailored for the Indian context. It outlines a comprehensive template for greenway design, drawing upon academic literature, satisfaction surveys, and insights from local ecological experts. The methodology is applied to a case study in Pune, Maharashtra, resulting in a template design for greenways network that seamlessly integrates the existing fragmented network of green paths. This paper further explores the integration of urban infrastructure by defining a non-motorized traffic network that connects metropolitan centers to the region’s rich cultural heritage resources. Embark on a journey to discover how greenways can revolutionize sustainable non-motorized transportation in India, transforming urban landscapes and fostering a healthier environment for all. Highlights for public administration, management and planning: The impacts of Urban Greenways in a city are nodal for non-motorized transportation with conservation of ecology. Spatial assessment of Greenways is one of the important tasks for preparation of Development plan in Urban and Peri urban region. An integrated Greenway design template has been prepared by taking into consideration various factors for the integration of greenway within the development plan with assessment of greenways as future scope