The Impact Of Intention And Use Behavior On Public Transport Adoption

Abstract

The city is contingent upon the efficacy of its public transportation framework for optimal operational functionality. To harness the full spectrum of its advantages, an in-depth understanding of user adoption trends is imperative. This study investigates the factors influencing user adoption through the lens of the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB). The empirical data amassed facilitates a comprehensive examination of socio-economic variables, preferred modes of public transit, and their interrelations with constructs derived from the TPB. Utilizing Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), the research identifies the predominant determinants that influence public transport utilization and user intentions. The findings underscore the significant influence of attitude, perceived behavioural control, and behavioural intentions in augmenting public transportation usage in Mumbai, while indicating that subjective norms exert a negligible effect. This intelligence provides policymakers and stakeholders with critical insights necessary for formulating targeted strategies to enhance the appeal and operational efficiency of public transit systems. Such initiatives bear the potential to foster a more extensive and environmentally sustainable urban transport infrastructure in analogous cities nationwide.