The need for providing safe infrastructure for walking and cycling cannot be over-stated. Walking and cycling are efficient modes of transport both for health and climate benefits. In urban areas where there is dense population and traffic congestion, the availability of proper walking and cycling facilities provides access to public transport and provide citizens with the option for active and low-cost mobility choices for short and medium range distances.
The Ministry of Public Works and Housing in Indonesia has partnered with the Institute for Transport and Development Policy (ITDP) Indonesia and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Share the Road initiative to develop a “National Vision for Non-Motorized Transport” document as a practical guide for city governments in planning and prioritizing the needs of pedestrians and cyclists. The strategy aims to ‘create a safe, comfortable, inclusive, and comprehensive walking and cycling space which supports public transport usage.’
It is estimated that 57 per cent of Indonesian citizens live in urban areas (World Bank, 2019).[1] The growing population has also seen an increase in the number of motorized vehicles. From 1995 to 2014, it is reported that the number of cars and motorcycles increased significantly in Indonesia (World Bank, 2019), hence leading to pollution, traffic congestion and road fatalities.
The strategy was developed following extensive consultations including stakeholder meetings with the Ministry of Public Works and Housing, business owners and citizens through capacity building workshops. Successful implementation will be determined by the joint efforts involving participative and collaborative planning and design process by all concerned stakeholders.
The Strategy documents can be found here
