Role of Transport Policies in Promoting Older Adults' Mobility: A Review of Government Policies in Pakistan
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The current study critically reviewed government transport policies in Pakistan, focusing on their effectiveness in promoting mobility among older adults in Lahore. By examining existing institutional frameworks and policy documents, the research highlighted acute challenges to address the definite mobility needs of older adults. Findings revealed a lack of sustained, comprehensive initiatives tailored to improving elderly mobility, exacerbated by bureaucratic inefficiencies and weak coordination among institutions. Policy interventions often prioritize technical solutions over holistic approaches, considering age-related mobility constraints and societal attitudes toward aging. Additionally, older adults are entirely excluded from the policy-making process. This study suggested a paradigm shift towards inclusive transport policies that integrate age-friendly features and actively engage older adults in planning processes, thereby fostering a more accessible urban transport environment for older adults in Pakistan.
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