Rajasthan Launches TOD Policy: Tackle Traffic, Boost Clean Air & Sustainable Urban Living

• Rajasthan to implement Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Policy to combat traffic congestion and deteriorating air quality in cities like Jaipur.
• JDA identified five TOD corridors along Jaipur Metro route; a mandatory urban reform under Central Government's SASCI scheme for financial aid.
• TOD zones (800m around nodes) will feature mixed land use, integrating housing, offices, and facilities, requiring a 60-foot access road.
• Policy promotes walking, cycling, and public transport (metro-bus), reducing private vehicle dependence, traffic, and pollution.
• Aims to create organized, clean, and livable cities by 2026, focusing on public transport, green spaces, and sustainable development.

Why It Matters: Rajasthan's TOD Policy promises cleaner air, reduced traffic, and sustainable, livable urban development by 2026.