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Squeezed Spaces, Shrinking Satisfaction: A Study of Perceived Crowding in Mumbai’s Public Transport System

In: Proceedings of the International Conference on Operations & Supply Chain Management 2025 (ICOSCM 2025)

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  • Gayatri Kaple

    (ITM Skills University, ITM Business School)

  • Husaina Petiwala

    (ITM Skills University, ITM Business School)

Abstract

Mumbai’s public transportation system is the backbone of the city, moving millions daily through trains, buses, metros, and more. However, the growing issue of crowding continues to affect passenger satisfaction, safety, and overall travel experience. The study explores the relationship between perceived crowding and commuter satisfaction, supported by both primary and secondary data. The findings highlight how overcrowding, ageing infrastructure, and communication gaps are impacting users, especially those from vulnerable groups. In light of this, the present study offers practical, user-focused recommendations to ease crowding, improve accessibility, and enhance real-time communication. A people-centric, data-driven approach is key to making Mumbai’s public transport system safer, more reliable, and truly inclusive.

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  • Gayatri Kaple & Husaina Petiwala, 2025. "Squeezed Spaces, Shrinking Satisfaction: A Study of Perceived Crowding in Mumbai’s Public Transport System," Advances in Economics, Business and Management Research, in: Vandana Sonwaney & Sandeep Kumar Gupta & Kirti Nayal & Deepak Nirmal (ed.), Proceedings of the International Conference on Operations & Supply Chain Management 2025 (ICOSCM 2025), pages 278-289, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:advbcp:978-94-6463-914-8_19
    DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6463-914-8_19
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