Public transport causing backaches in Delhi, Mumbai - Easy Drive Forum

junaid · 28-11-06, 04:30 PM

Over half the population in New Delhi and in Mumbai suffers from backache, caused mainly by the poor public transport system, says a new study.

Carried out by Health India, a New Delhi-based non-profit group, the study found that over 40 percent of people in New Delhi and 77 percent in Mumbai who use public transport as the sole mode of communication reported back problems.

'Bad roads, overcrowded public transport systems, poor quality of chairs, and rough rides compound the problem for youngsters of both metros,' said Dev Mehra, director of Health India.

'Hence, there is a very positive correlation between people who have been commuting to their workplace using public transport and the rate of incidence. Commuting contributes to the problem in many ways. The type of vehicle used, the quality of the roads and the average time of travel - all have a multiplier effect on the back,' said the study.

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japakshree · 28-11-06, 04:50 PM

nowadays public transport has become one of the worst means of transport and its getting worse with each passing day. with lack of space available people are risking their lives by clasping the doors of the vehicle they are traveling by.this is not only a major risk but causing alot of problems for the public. i was witness to one such experience where i saw a man fall from a jeep and was soon hospitalised.

rohit · 29-11-06, 10:24 AM

Public transport facilities in Delhi are good only in terms of their availability but in terms of quality these facilities are not good. As we know that in 2010 commonwealth games will be organized in Delhi so government should think seriously about the quality of public transport facilities.

motorbike · 29-11-06, 11:04 AM

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Public transport facilities in Delhi are good only in terms of their availability but in terms of quality these facilities are not good...

Right Rohit!! Government should take some action regarding with old vehicles...Replace or maintain... It depends on vehicle owner...May be fruitful

28-11-06, 04:30 PM	#1
junaid Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 96	Public transport causing backaches in Delhi, Mumbai Over half the population in New Delhi and in Mumbai suffers from backache, caused mainly by the poor public transport system, says a new study. Carried out by Health India, a New Delhi-based non-profit group, the study found that over 40 percent of people in New Delhi and 77 percent in Mumbai who use public transport as the sole mode of communication reported back problems. 'Bad roads, overcrowded public transport systems, poor quality of chairs, and rough rides compound the problem for youngsters of both metros,' said Dev Mehra, director of Health India. 'Hence, there is a very positive correlation between people who have been commuting to their workplace using public transport and the rate of incidence. Commuting contributes to the problem in many ways. The type of vehicle used, the quality of the roads and the average time of travel - all have a multiplier effect on the back,' said the study. Text from here

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28-11-06, 04:50 PM	#2
japakshree Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 10	nowadays public transport has become one of the worst means of transport and its getting worse with each passing day. with lack of space available people are risking their lives by clasping the doors of the vehicle they are traveling by.this is not only a major risk but causing alot of problems for the public. i was witness to one such experience where i saw a man fall from a jeep and was soon hospitalised.

29-11-06, 10:24 AM	#3
rohit Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 9	Public transport facilities in Delhi are good only in terms of their availability but in terms of quality these facilities are not good. As we know that in 2010 commonwealth games will be organized in Delhi so government should think seriously about the quality of public transport facilities.