Railway Transportation in South Asia: Infrastructure Planning, Regional Development and Economic Impacts

This book explores the role of railways in sustainable infrastructure development in South Asia, highlighting their economic, social, and environmental impacts. It provides case studies from various regions and cities and examines the interactions between evolving infrastructures and competing demands, considering the negative and positive externalities of railway transportation.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 324 pages
Publication date: 22 August 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into the realm of policy instruments for sustainable infrastructure developments, focusing specifically on the role of railways as pivotal developmental tools in regions, provinces, and countries. Recognizing the immense significance of railways in driving economic growth, urban development, urban mobility, regional susceptibility, market integration, and global trade, the book explores their multifaceted impact. As integral components of regional and urban development, railways play a crucial role in the transportation of both freight and passengers, contributing to the overall development of communities and economies.

By presenting case studies from diverse regions and cities in South Asia, the book examines the evolution of railway transportation and its profound impact on regional and urban development. It delves into the intricate interplay between evolving infrastructures and the competing demands they face, considering the both positive and negative externalities of railway transportation on individuals, places, and locations. The contributions in this book analyze a range of critical issues, including network infrastructure planning, technological advancements, passenger mobility and satisfaction, vulnerability to environmental impacts, and cross-border trade.

Through in-depth analysis and insightful perspectives, this book provides valuable insights into the complex dynamics of railway transportation and its role in shaping the future of sustainable infrastructure development. It serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, infrastructure planners, researchers, and stakeholders interested in understanding the nuances of railway-based infrastructure projects and their potential to drive positive change in regions and cities worldwide.

Weight: 545g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030768805
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021