Enhancing urban livability in Dhaka through smart mobility : leveraging IoT and smart city technology
Nath, Mridul Chandra (2026)
Diplomityö
2026
School of Engineering Science, Tietotekniikka
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi-fe2026052553244
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi-fe2026052553244
Tiivistelmä
Dhaka is one of the fastest-growing megacities in the world and faces serious transportation problems, including traffic congestion, environmental pollution, and poor urban mobility. Traditional transport solutions based mainly on road expansion have not been sufficient to solve these problems. As a result, smart mobility and digital transportation technologies have gained attention as possible approaches for improving urban transportation systems.
This study examines how smart mobility and Internet of Things (IoT)-based technologies may help improve mobility and urban livability in Dhaka. The research uses a qualitative and exploratory approach based on academic literature, policy reports, secondary data, and case studies related to smart mobility and urban transportation.
The study proposes a conceptual smart mobility framework that focuses on better traffic management, public transport coordination, digital transport services, and inclusive mobility planning. The framework also considers the importance of informal transport systems such as rickshaws and privately operated buses, which remain important for many residents in Dhaka.
The findings suggest that smart mobility strategies may help improve traffic conditions, travel reliability, accessibility, and environmental sustainability in Dhaka. However, the study also shows that technology alone cannot solve urban mobility problems. Better governance coordination, practical transport planning, gradual implementation, and inclusive policy support are also important for successful mobility improvement. Overall, the study provides a context-based discussion of smart mobility challenges and opportunities in Dhaka and highlights issues that may also be relevant for other rapidly growing cities in developing countries.
This study examines how smart mobility and Internet of Things (IoT)-based technologies may help improve mobility and urban livability in Dhaka. The research uses a qualitative and exploratory approach based on academic literature, policy reports, secondary data, and case studies related to smart mobility and urban transportation.
The study proposes a conceptual smart mobility framework that focuses on better traffic management, public transport coordination, digital transport services, and inclusive mobility planning. The framework also considers the importance of informal transport systems such as rickshaws and privately operated buses, which remain important for many residents in Dhaka.
The findings suggest that smart mobility strategies may help improve traffic conditions, travel reliability, accessibility, and environmental sustainability in Dhaka. However, the study also shows that technology alone cannot solve urban mobility problems. Better governance coordination, practical transport planning, gradual implementation, and inclusive policy support are also important for successful mobility improvement. Overall, the study provides a context-based discussion of smart mobility challenges and opportunities in Dhaka and highlights issues that may also be relevant for other rapidly growing cities in developing countries.