Asian cities have traditionally been cities of walkers, and many urban dwellers rely on walking, cycling and public transport for their daily travel. However, with the exponential increase in motorization, limited attention has been paid to pedestrian and public transport facilities. A change in focus is required which will allow people, not vehicles, to reclaim the urban environment.

Growing motorization has also led to a dramatic increase in the number of pedestrian fatalities and accidents, and high levels of air pollution—particularly exposing pedestrians who walk to work or access public transport to reach their destinations. The study provides information on the current pedestrian infrastructure in selected cities and can be used to develop and propose pedestrian-focused solutions for Asian cities.