Right to Walk

• The Right to Walk has been recognized as a fundamental right, affirming that citizens are entitled to safe, accessible, and unobstructed pedestrian infrastructure.
• The ruling emphasizes that footpaths and walkways are not optional amenities but essential components of public roads.
• It places a corresponding duty on governments and local authorities to construct, maintain, and protect well-demarcated pedestrian spaces alongside motorized roads.
• The decision seeks to enhance road safety, improve urban mobility, promote inclusive transportation, and protect the rights of pedestrians, including children, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.

APSC Relevance: Fundamental Rights; Urban Infrastructure