8 th Conference of Transportation Research Group of India
(CTRG-2025)
17-20 December 2025
Guwahati, India
Conference Themes

TCT-A01: Theme A: Pavements and materials
This theme will focus on all aspects of material characterization, analysis, design, construction, evaluation and maintenance of pavement structures. The topics include (but not limited to) characterization of conventional and innovative pavement materials, pavement material modelling, pavement recycling, stabilization of pavement layers, low volume roads, composite pavements, preventive and preservation techniques, rehabilitation, pavement instrumentation, performance monitoring, pavement deterioration modelling, forensic investigations, analysis and design of bituminous, concrete, composite and other kind of pavements, life cycle cost analysis, pavement maintenance management system, pavement drainage, airport pavements and railway track etc.

TCT-B01: Theme B: Traffic flow theory, operations and facilities
The theme will focus on the understanding of vehicular traffic operations on different types of facilities (e.g. expressway, arterial) as well as designing of these facilities in order to provide mobility in an efficient, reliable and safe manner. The topics include (but are not limited to) traffic operations, traffic control and management, traffic flow theory and modeling, operational effects of road geometry, signals and signs, traffic simulation, design of traffic facilities like roadways, intersections, toll-plazas, parking lots, transportation network analysis and optimization, real-time traffic data collection and analysis, vehicle dynamics,  applications of trajectory data in modelling, design and operation of road transportation systems, connected and autonomous vehicles etc.

TCT-C01: Theme C: Transport planning, policy, economics and project finance
This theme will focus on transport policy, economics and project finance. The topics include (but are not limited to) pricing strategies, public-private partnership, user impact of multimodal transport projects, project evaluation, cost-benefit analysis, performance measures and related resource management strategies, policy analysis, interaction with political, socio-economic and physical environment, transport as a means for economic development, social equity, transport education and driver education etc.

TCT-D01: Theme D: Travel behavior and transport demand
This theme will focus on research on travel demand forecasting and travel behaviour that aims to obtain a detailed understanding of how much, where, how, when, and why people travel. The Topics include (but are not limited to) travel demand management, spatial analysis of travel patterns, determinants of travel behaviour, data collection methods for capturing travel demand, activity-based travel demand models, tour, stop and trip generation models, destination and mode choice for developing economies, route choice and assignment for heterogeneous traffic networks, valuation of travel time, cost and reliability, role of service quality and subjective factors like attitude/perception on travel choices and demand, endogeneity in travel choice dimensions, dynamics in travel decisions, alternatives to utility maximization framework, etc.

TCT-E01: Theme E: Environment (including energy) and sustainability in transportation
This theme will focus on the sustainability issues in transportation. The topics include (but are not limited to) the concept of sustainability in transportation and the contemporary issues, transportation land use, socio-economic impacts of transport projects, issues related to energy, public health, safety, and short, medium- and long-term transport related climate change impact, asset management, green design and construction, ecosystem and land surface degradation, case studies of best practices, effective institutions and governance etc. Specific topics can include:

Environmental impact assessment, Externalities: environmental and health costs of transport, Infrastructure and land development (Emissions based on urban form), Sustainable mobility planning, policies, and governance, Equity, social justice and gender equality, Renewable energies in transport sector, Gender perspective in transport, Transport and health, Traffic noise prediction and abutment, Air transport environmental issues, Integrating Sustainability into Transportation Planning

TCT-F01: Theme F: Transportation safety and security
This theme will focus on safety and security issues related to transportation with various modes, such as highway, railway, waterway and aviation. The topics include (but are not limited to) crash data collection, analysis and modelling,  analysis of transportation policy and planning for safety and security, adaptation of user behavior and human factor in transportation safety and design improvements, safety evaluation of devices, treatments and infrastructure design, effectiveness of control systems, operation and maintenance strategies, construction practices, adopted technologies and management techniques related to safety and security of transportation network etc

TCT-G01: Theme G: Transport and mobility networks (including public transportation, freight and logistics)
This theme will focus on efficient planning and design of transport and mobility networks including public transportation, freight and logistics. The topics include (but not related to)  multimodal transport systems, transport data and analytics, big data and transport modelling, planning, implementation, operation and management of all forms of urban and regional public transit systems, transit demand estimation, transit capacity and level of service, impact assessment of transit and policy issues, public transport and demand responsive systems, smart mobility and quality of life, transport accessibility, mobility and transport for elderly and disabled persons, smart city network design, traffic assignment, freight demand modelling, city logistics systems, freight traffic management, intermodal freight transport, application of technologies in freight transportation etc.

TCT-H01: Theme H: Emerging travel technologies (ITS and IOT)
This theme will focus on all aspects that come under the broad umbrella of technological advances in transportation. The topics include (but not related to) connected and autonomous vehicles and modeling, technology enabled models of mobility services related to passenger and freight transportation, technology enabled multi-modal integration, intelligent transportation systems, robotics, artificial intelligence and augmented reality in transportation, computer vision and image processing for transportation applications,  big data analytics for transportation, V2X communication in transportation, internet of things in transportation etc.

TCT-I01: Theme I: Other transportation modes (including NMT) and pedestrian
The theme focuses on various modes of transportation like air, water, rail and roads (including non-motorized transport) and pedestrian movement. The topics include (but not limited to) aviation system planning, air traffic control and management, aviation economics and forecasting; port, harbor and fleeting services, marine operation and safety; inland waterway systems for passenger and freight transportation, operations and logistics; railway system planning, design, operation and management, rail-road operation and safety; freight transportation and operations using rail, water and air modes; pedestrian and (bi/tri) cycle flows, planning and design; facility design and evaluation for safe, comfortable and efficient movements; terminal design and planning; evacuation planning using different modes; battery or electric operated vehicles, hybrid vehicles; choice and activity modelling, within and across transportation systems and in station area and terminal area; etc.

TCT-J01: Theme J:  Transportation Geotechnics
Mechanistic-empirical design of transportation substructures for road/rail/airfield/ports/harbors, Optimized characterization of conventional/recycled/waste geomaterials in road/rail embankments, Properties and behavior of unsaturated subgrade and compacted fills supporting transportation infrastructure, Geotechnics of land reclamation and improvement for offshore/ports/harbors, Subsurface sensing and instrumentation, Soft subgrade instability including yielding and fluidisation, Applied ground improvement/stabilization/reinforcement techniques, Application of geosynthetics in transportation infrastructures, Geotechnics of underground transportation and tunnels, Slope stability and risk management in relation to transport corridors, Application of retention structures, Pile-supported transport infrastructure, Computational advances and numerical modelling, Dynamic and seismic vulnerability of transportation infrastructure, Intelligent construction in earthworks technology and management, Climatic effects on the behavioral transformation of geomaterials, Success and failure cases in transportation geotechnics

Note: Papers meeting the broad areas of the Conference Themes would also be considered.

 

Kamakhya Temple

Located on the Nilachal Hill in the western part of Guwahati in Assam, the Kamakhya temple is one of the 51 shrines Shakti Peethas in the country. It is also one of the popular tourist attractions near Guwahati, Assam. Kamakhya is the presiding deity of this temple. The main entrance of the Kamakhya temple is stunningly designed with simple yet elegant carvings which are beautifully decorated with colourful flowers. The temple has a massive dome which overlooks the quaint Nilachal Hills in the background.

Location:
Kamakhya, Guwahati, Assam 781010
Timings: 08:00 AM – 01:00PM, 02:30PM- 05:30PM
Famous For: one of the oldest 51 shrines shakti Peethas in the country
Entry Fee: Free
Link: https://www.maakamakhya.org/
Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iaiRkQKUPa6erKko7

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Guwahati Zoo

Take A Glimpse of Wildlife Spread over an extensive area of 430 acres, the Guwahati Zoo is one of the famous tourist places near Guwahati city. Often referred to as the green lung of the city of Guwahati, the Assam Zoo cum Botanical Garden lies just 6 kms south of the mighty Brahmaputra River. Home to 113 different species of the animal kingdom, making up the 900 plus animals, birds and reptiles in the zoo. More than half a million tourists and wildlife enthusiasts visit the place throughout the year for the indigenous and exotic animals at display.

Location:
RG Baruah Road, Guwahati, Assam 781005
Timings: 8 AM to 5.30 PM
Famous For: largest of its kind
Entry Fee: INR 30 (For Indians) INR 100 (For Non-Indians)
Link: https://assamstatezoo.in/
Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xb3QHENRFh8KejkT6

 

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The Saraighat Bridge

Stand Amidst Tranquility Famous worldwide as the Gateway to the Northeast, the Saraighat Bridge is one of the famous tourist attractions near Guwahati Airport. It has a length of 1,492 m and considered to be the longest bridge above water in India. Maintained by North East Frontier Railway, this majestic road cum Rail Bridge offers an unfathomable view of the mighty Brahmaputra River. The view is mesmerizing, capture the shots especially during dawn and dusk from the bridge.

Location:
Bridge over Brahmaputra River in Assam
Timings: 10 am to 7 pm
Famous For: first rail-cum-road bridge over the River Brahmaputra
Entry Fee: Free
Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QUivqqUvcNgpty8S7

 

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Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary Guwahati

It’s well-known that Guwahati is the land of great wildlife, and a holiday here should definitely include a visit to the beautiful Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary. Spanning over an area of 40 km, the sanctuary is home to the Great Indian One-Horned Rhinoceros, the River Dolphin and the Oriental Pied Hornbill.There are 2000 migratory birds and reptiles which call the sanctuary their home and if you are a wildlife enthusiast, Pobitora shouldn’t be missed! The first safari begins at 6:30 in the morning, and if you’d like to catch the sunrise in the forest, then you definitely shouldn’t miss the morning safari.

Location:
Distance from Guwahati: 55 km
Timings: 6:30 am to 5:00 pm
Entry Fee: INR 50 for Indians, INR 500 for Foreign Nationals
Jeep Safari Fee: INR 2000
Link: https://www.pobitorasafari.in/
Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/VTvCbBG7sjDmyQak6

 

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Assam State Museum, Guwahati

Built in the 1940s, the Assam State Museum takes you for an intriguing journey through Northeast India. Situated in the city centre, this place is a must-visit for history buffs and those who are interested in the rich culture of the Northeast. Showcasing an extensive collection of sculptures, handicrafts, arms and artefacts, the museum traces back the ancient as well as the modern history of the region.
 
Timings:
Summer:  10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Winter: 10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Entry Fee: INR 5
Link: https://museums.assam.gov.in/
Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2mSzQ4PRRhSQpJfE8

 

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Fancy Bazaar, Guwahati

Fancy Bazaar is the bustling hotspot of the city and is one of the best places to visit in Guwahati if you’d like to experience the local life. It is located in the centre of the city and is one of the popular markets in the city for souvenirs, Assam silks and regional food. From small shops closely packed together to new, upcoming showrooms – the market is just as charming as it is welcoming.

Timings: 10:00 am to 9:00 pm
Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PTWsHJMmgoKxQCj56

 

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Dipor Bil, Guwahati

A stunning freshwater lake in the city of Guwahati, Dipor Bil or Deepor Beel is home to a huge variety of birds. Among the more notable bird species, the Kingfisher, Fishing Eagle, Whistling Teal and Pintail are some of the rare varieties that you’ll encounter here. This deepwater lake gets its water from the rivers of Basistha and Kalamini and it is considered to be the largest lake in the Brahmaputra valley. The place is a haven for birdwatchers but even if that is not your favourite activity, you should definitely include it in your itinerary. The best time to visit this place is from October through March.

Distance from Guwahati: 13 km
Timings: 24 hours
Link: http://www.assaminfo.com/tourist-places/37/dipor-bil-or-deepor-beel.htm
Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/aSFeXsKXaHxT1EHa6

 

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