MAHIM AFZAL KHAN

Transportation Policy Strategist specializing in community-focused initiatives, with a strong background in public transit planning and mobility data science. Proficient in leveraging big data, modeling, and GIS to enhance transit networks, ensuring improved accessibility and reliability. Committed to developing equitable transportation policies that prioritize working-class communities and promote environmental sustainability.

• Transportation Funding & Equity (VMT Fee), Journal Paper, 2024, Co-authored the journal paper, 'Distributional impact of a vehicle miles traveled fee'. This research analyzed the equity and funding challenges posed by VMT fees in the context of increasing EV adoption and declining gas tax revenue.
• Post-Pandemic Urban Mobility in America, Report, 2022, Co-authored the report, 'Predicting Travel and Congestion in Post-Pandemic America: Phase 2,' published by the National Institute for Congestion Reduction, providing strategic insights into transit recovery and mode share shifts across U.S. metros.
• Urban Governance Reform and Transport, Book Chapter, 2022, Co-authored a book chapter, 'A critical review of India’s Urban Governance reforms and its impact on transport sector...'. Contributions included reviewing the implementation of the Smart Cities Mission, and conducting stakeholder mapping and analysis to determine the impact of various governance reforms on long-term infrastructure projects.
• Active Transportation & Commuter Behavior, Conference Paper, 2022, Co-authored the conference paper, 'A Study on the Factors Affecting the Commuters’ Propensity to Bicycle in Srinagar City', analyzing behavior and preference data crucial for developing bicycle infrastructure and policy.
• Factors Influencing EV Adoption, Journal Paper, 2022, Authored the highly cited journal paper, 'Factors Influencing the Adoption of Electric Vehicles in Bengaluru' (over 30 citations and 4000 reads).