CONTENTS 1.Research Question 1 Aim Objectives Scope and limitation 2.Framework and Data Collection 2 Analytical framework Data Source and Data Collection 3.Introduction 5 Important Role and contribution Profile: Types of vehicles operating Operational Characteristics Policy and Regulations Criticism Key Findings Introduction Population Location Transport and Roads 4.City Profile : Noida 13 Planning Auto-Rickshaw and other Interventions Need of the Study 5.Profile Of IPT In Noida 20 IPT Types in noida Institutional Framework Survey Locations Survey Numbers 6.Surveys & Observations 22 Scope And Limitations Infrastructure and Observations 7.Understanding Auto-Rickshaw Sector In Noida 30 Market Characteristics Socio-Economic Profile of Drivers User Characteristics Conclusion 8. Legal Framework and Its Implications 37 Regulations Income and Expenses Cost and Finance Conclusion 9. Issues and Challenges 41 Auto Driver’s Perception User’s Perception Government Conclusion 10. Outline 47 11. Conclusion 51 Appendix A 52 Appendix B 53 Appendix C 55 Reference 58