Assessment of Tactical Urbanism Strategies for Junction Design: A Case Study of Pune City

Urban junctions in rapidly growing cities like Pune often experience severe congestion, safety risks, and inadequate pedestrian infrastructure. Traditional planning approaches are typically time-consuming and expensive, making them less effective in addressing immediate urban challenges. This study explores the application of tactical urbanism as a flexible, low-cost, and people-centric approach to improve junction design. Focusing on Chandrama Chowk in Pune, the research analyses traffic movement, pedestrian behavior, conflict points, and Level of Service (LOS) through primary surveys and field observations. The findings reveal high vehicular conflicts, poor walkability, and inefficient traffic flow, indicating a need for immediate intervention. Tactical solutions such as curb extensions, refuge islands, improved signage, and lane reconfiguration are proposed to enhance safety and efficiency. The study concludes that tactical urbanism offers a practical and scalable strategy for transforming congested intersections into safer, more accessible, and user-friendly urban spaces.