Bhubaneswar hosts the 19th Urban Mobility India Conference on digital-age accessibility
The 19th Urban Mobility India Conference opened in Bhubaneswar on 23 October and runs through 24 October under a theme focused on accessibility and liveability.
The 19th Urban Mobility India Conference and Exhibition is scheduled for 23–24 October 2026 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Its announced theme is “Urban Accessibility and Liveability in Digital Age.”
The event and its focus
The official conference website lists the 19th Urban Mobility India Conference for 23–24 October in Bhubaneswar. The New Indian Express reported that the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs is organising the event with support from the Odisha government.
The agenda covers sustainable and lower-carbon public transport, integration between transport modes, first- and last-mile connections, accessibility and the use of digital tools such as real-time GPS services. The event also includes an exhibition and research symposium.
Why it matters to commuters
Better urban mobility is not only about adding roads or vehicles. Reliable transfers, safe walking routes, accessible stations and useful real-time information can make a trip easier for older people, disabled passengers, students and workers.
The conference is a discussion platform, not proof that a particular transport project has already been delivered. Any announced scheme or local change should be checked against the relevant ministry, state or city authority’s implementation notice.
Editorial note
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Frequently asked questions
What is the conference’s announced theme?
Urban Accessibility and Liveability in Digital Age. The conference is scheduled for 23–24 October 2026 in Bhubaneswar.