ET World Leaders Forum 2025: Uber's Pradeep Parmeswaran says India must rethink car-centric urban future
Published on: Aug. 25, 2025, 12:40 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Uber's Pradeep Parameswaran warns that India's cities face gridlock due to rapid urbanization and car ownership. He urges a shift towards rapid public transit expansion akin to China's pace, emphasizing integrated, technology-driven solutions. Parameswaran highlights the inefficiency of prioritizing private vehicles and advocates for bike taxis and improved first- and last-mile connectivity.
