Abstract: Demand for the public transport sector in Indian cities is increasing continuously. The Government of India has offered a number of transport systems such as Mass Rapid Transit System (MRTS), Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS), and Light Rail Transit System (LRTS) in every transport city to mark these demands. However, the connectivity of the first and last mile point is not designed properly, so public transport riders lag behind. The purpose of this study is to identify the mode preference behaviour of passengers for first and last-mile travel for Ahmedabad BRTS users and to propose feeder transit for first and last-mile connectivity. The travel option model for first- and last-mile travel is determined using a multinomial logit model and a home interview survey. It also examines disparities in selection behaviour between youth and other age groups. The results of this study may enhance bus line ridership and improve the physical environment for first-to-last-mile connectivity through intermediate para transit (IPT) such as walking, auto-rickshaws, and e-rickshaws (battery operated). Intermediate Para Transit (IPT) is a part of a holistic transportation service provider for services to align transportation routes and regulations, and perfect for improving an enterprise infrastructure for safe and personal riding for pedestrians.

Keywords: first-last mile connectivity, multinomial logit model, BRTS, Intermediate para transit, feeder.

| DOI: 10.17148/IARJSET.2021.8536