The initiative you’re referring to is a significant step towards gender inclusivity in urban spaces — and here’s a detailed look at what happened:
Cadell Road (also known as Veer Savarkar Marg), a key 4.5 km stretch in Mumbai, connects Siddhivinayak Temple in Prabhadevi to Mahim.
This area spans important neighborhoods like Dadar and Mahim.
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) installed female-figure pedestrian signals — a first-of-its-kind in India.
Traditionally, pedestrian crossing signs showed a male figure.
These were replaced or complemented with signs depicting a female figure in a dress to reflect gender equality in public signage.
To challenge gender stereotypes and promote visibility of women in public spaces.
Aimed to send a strong visual message that urban infrastructure should be inclusive and representative.
Promoted equal access and recognition in everyday city life — from footpaths to traffic signals.
Revamping footpaths to make them pedestrian-friendly.
Beautifying gardens and public spaces.
Enhancing the aesthetic and functional value of the historic corridor from Siddhivinayak Temple to Mahim.
Emphasizes sustainable urban design, heritage conservation, and inclusive development.
Being symbolically progressive.
It has inspired other cities to consider similar gender-inclusive urban interventions.
