INTERNSHIP REPORT

June 13, 2022 – July 25, 2022

Submitted By

Sreelakshmi Sajeev
Roll No: M210332CE
Master of Technology in Civil Engineering
(Traffic and Transportation Planning)
National Institute of Technology Calicut.
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

The internship opportunity I had with SYSTRA MVA Consulting (India) Pvt. Ltd. was
a great chance for learning and professional development.
I express my sincere appreciation and debt of gratitude to Dr. Moduga R. Tagore,
Assistant Vice President-Traffic and Transportation Planning, SYSTRA for his unwavering
support and guidance, which contributed immensely in completing my internship successfully.
I also want to thank him for his excellent guidance and encouragement. I consider it a privilege
to have been able to work under his guidance.
I wish to express my deep sense of gratitude to Mr. Sandeep Shahane, Principal Architect,
SYSTRA, for his insightful sessions on MRTS.
I extend my sincere gratitude to Mr. Mahender Raju, Senior Lead Engineer, for his
invaluable advice and support during my internship.
I wish to acknowledge the contribution of Mr. Rajasekharam Kadagala, Senior engineer,
and Mr. Sunil Gupta, Senior Draftsman, in conducting training sessions in various relevant
softwares. I am grateful to them for investing their valuable time and sharing their expertise
and skills.
I also thank Mrs. Leela Nair, Assistant Manager, Mr. Bush Thomas, Senior Engineer,
and Mr. Parin Patel, Senior engineer, for their cooperation and timely inputs.
My sincere gratitude extends to Mr. Sreeragh Madampatil, Traffic Diversion Engineer,
Mr. Sachin Gundewar, Alignment Expert for engaging us in useful sessions.
Finally, I would also like to place on record my appreciation and thanks to all my friends
for sharing their time and experiences, especially during the internship programme.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Summary 4

1. Introduction 5

2. Software training 6

2.1 Auto Track 6

2.2 Pathfinder 6

2.3 Cube 7

3. MRTS 8

4. Household Interview Survey 15

5. Site Visit 16

6. Classified Vehicle Count from video data 18

7. Integrated Multi-Modal Transportation system 19

8. Conclusion 20

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 SUMMARY

This report details about the internship at SYSTRA MVA Consulting (India) Pvt. Ltd. I
served as an intern in the department of traffic and transportation planning from June 13, 2022,
until July 25, 2022.
During this internship, I received training on various software relevant to the domain of
Traffic and Transportation Planning. I was able to attend valuable sessions on MRTS,
conducted by the experts in SYSTRA. I also worked on the detailed analysis of Household
Information Survey conducted at Rajkot in Gujarat as part of the Metro feasibility study. I also
took part in the extraction of classified vehicle count from video data collected at various toll
plazas in India. A site visit over Line 5 of Mumbai Metro was also conducted.

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 1. INTRODUCTION

SYSTRA is one of the world’s leading engineering and consulting groups specialized in
public transport and mobility solutions. The Group has worked with cities and regions for more
than 60 years to build, enhance, and modernize their transportation infrastructures to support
their development. The business collaborates with industrial organizations and equipment
manufacturers. It serves as a consultant in the field of public transportation or as a supplier of
operational services to manage businesses. Planning, design, project management, and
monitoring services are offered by the SYSTRA group in India for transportation systems,
urban infrastructure, and residential, commercial, and industrial real estate. SYSTRA is the
signature team for transportation and urban infrastructure solutions, a world leading
engineering and consulting firm.

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 2. SOFTWARE TRAINING

2.1 AUTO TRACK

AutoTrack is a vehicle swept path analysis software program used for analysing the
movements of steered and wheeled vehicles including cars, trucks, trams, aircraft and other
more specialist vehicles such as forklift trucks, wheelchairs and access platforms. Vehicle
Tracking provides a set of transportation design tools that include vehicle swept path prediction
for steered vehicles, light rail vehicles, and aircraft, as well as parking layout design and
roundabout design Swept path analysis is the method used to analyze and predict the movement
of steered and light rail vehicles and aircraft.
Auto Track is a vehicle tracking software, mostly used for analyzing the movement of
steered and wheeled vehicles, for in junction improvement drawings and to check the turning
radius, parking design and circular design. The design vehicle is selected by using the” vehicle
library explorer”. One can also design the vehicle according to IRC and add it to the vehicle
library. The dimensions and details of the chosen design vehicle can be viewed by using “insert
profile” from the menu bar. Animation can be done by selecting the paths and vehicles and
using “animate” from menu bar. During animation the start delay timing of each vehicle can
be edited. Also, the view can be changed to 3D, 30 ͦ, 90 ͦ etc. The recording of the animation
can be done for further use.

2.2 PATHFINDER

Pathfinder is an agent-based egress and human movement simulator. It provides a graphical

user interface for simulation design and execution as well as 2D and 3D visualization tools for
results analysis. Pathfinder takes evacuation simulation to the next level of productivity.
Quickly import CAD and PyroSim models and create high-quality animations from the results.
Pathfinder includes a graphical user interface that is used primarily to create and run simulation
models. Pathfinder provides support for the import of Autodesk formats DXF and DWG,
building SMART's IFC format for BIM, as well as DWG, FBX, DAE, and OBJ. Pathfinder's
floor extraction tool makes it possible to quickly use the imported geometry to define the

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occupant walking space for the evacuation model. Import Type specifications allow automatic
model generation to apply correct object types.

2.3 THE CUBE

The CUBE software suite is a comprehensive set of modules that support transportation
modeling and planning. With CUBE, one can generate decision-making information quickly
using powerful modeling and GIS techniques, statistics and comparisons, high-quality
graphical output, and a variety of reporting methods.
CUBE Voyager uses a modular, script-based structure. This structure allows to
incorporate any modeling methodology in the forecast, such as standard four-step models,
discrete-choice models, and activity-based models. With CUBE Voyager’s open and user-
friendly framework, user can model a wide variety of planning policies and improvements at
the urban, regional, or long-distance levels. One can create a comprehensive library of planning
functions under the general CUBE framework and use that library to model various policies
and improvements. With a well-defined library, user can easily manage data and code complex
methodologies with a simple step-by-step approach. Advanced methodologies allow user to
model junction-based capacity restraints for highway analysis, and discrete-choice path
building for multi-route transit assignment. With CUBE Voyager’s highly flexible network and
matrix calculators, user can calculate travel demand and compare scenarios in detail.

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 3. MRTS

The Mumbai Metro is a rapid transit (MRT) system serving the city of Mumbai and the
wider Mumbai Metropolitan Region in Maharashtra, India. The system is designed to reduce
traffic congestion in the city and supplement the overcrowded Mumbai Suburban Railway
network.

Figure 1: Map of Mumbai Metro

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 Line Terminals / Corridor Length Stations Status
(Km)
Line- 1 Versova – Andheri – 11.4 12 Operational
Ghatkopar
Line- 2A Dahisar (E) – DN Nagar 18.6 17 Partially
Operational
Line- 2B DN Nagar – Mandale 23.64 22 Under
Construction
Line- 3 Cuffe Parade – BKC – Seepz 33.5 27 Under
– Aarey Colony Construction
Line- 4 Under
Wadala – Kasarawadavali 32.32 32
Construction
Line- 4A Kasarawadavali – Gaimukh Under
2.88 2
(Extn of Line-4) Construction
12.811 km
Line- 5 Under
Thane – Bhiwandi – Kalyan 24.95 17
Construction;
Rest On-Hold
Line- 6 Under
Swami Samarth Nagar – Vikhroli 15.18 13
Construction
Line- 7 Partially
Dahisar (E) – Andheri (E) 16.5 14
Operational
Line-7A Andheri (E) – CSI Airport Under
3.17 2
(Extn of Line-7) Construction
Line- 8 CSIA – NMIA
35 7 Proposed
(Airport Connector)
Line- 9 Dahisar (E) – Mira Bhayander Under
11.38 8
(Extn of Line-7) Construction
Gaimukh – Shivaji Chowk in
Line- Mira
9.2 4 Approved
10 Road
(Extn of Line-4)
Wadala – Chhattrapati
Line- Shivaji
12.77 10 Proposed
Maharaj Terminus
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 11 (Extn of Line-4)
Line- 12 Kalyan – Taloja
20.7 17 Proposed
(Extn of Line-5)
Line- 13
Shivaji Chowk (Mira Road) – 23 20 Proposed
Virar
Line- 14
Kanjurmarg – Badlapur 45 40 Proposed

Mumbai Metro Line 1 (Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar Metro Project)

• Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar corridor is 11.40 km elevated corridor.

• It provided connectivity of Eastern & Western suburbs to Western &
Central Railway.
• Facilitates smooth and efficient interchange between suburban rail
system and MRT System at Andheri and Ghatkopar Stations.
• Reduced the Journey time from 71 minutes to 21 minutes, between
Versova and Ghatkopar.
• Provide rail-based access to the MIDC, SEEPZ and commercial
developments.

Mumbai Metro Line 2A (DAHISAR - D.N. NAGAR)

• Metro Line 2A from Dahisar to D N Nagar is 18.589 km. long elevated

corridor with 17 stations.
• It shall provide interconnectivity among the existing Western Express
Highway, Western Railway, Metro Line 1 (Ghatkopar to Versova), the
ongoing Metro Lines 2B (D N Nagar to Mandale) & 7 (Andheri (E) to
Dahisar (E)) and the proposed Metro Line 6 (Swami Samarth Nagar to
Vikhroli).
• It shall facilitate smooth and efficient interchange with the suburban rail
system and MRT system at Dahisar and D N Nagar.
• It shall provide connectivity between the Western, Central Mumbai and
the Northern suburban Mumbai.
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 • It shall provide rail-based access to the commercial and geographical
landmarks in Mumbai.
• It shall reduce the current travel time by anything between 50% and 75%
depending on road conditions.

Mumbai Metro Line 2B (D.N. NAGAR - MANDALE)

• Metro Line 2B from D N Nagar to Mandale is 23.643 km. long elevated

corridor with 20 stations.
• It shall provide interconnectivity among the existing Western Express
Highway, Eastern Express Highway, Western Railway, Central
Railway, Monorail, Metro Line 1 (Ghatkopar to Versova) and Metro
Line 2A (Dahisar to D N Nagar), Metro Line 4 (Wadala to
Kasarvadavali) & Metro Line 3 (Colaba to SEEPZ) under
implementation.
• It shall provide connectivity between the Eastern & Western Suburban
Mumbai.
• It shall provide rail-based access to the commercial, Govt. bodies and
geographical landmarks in Mumbai.
• Dedicated Depot is planned at Mandale in up to an extent of 22 Ha. land
area.
• It shall reduce the current travel time by anything between 50% and 75%
depending on road conditions.

Mumbai Metro Line 4 and 4A

(WADALA - KASARVADAVALI - GAIMUKH)

• Metro Line 4 from Wadala to Kasarvadavali is 32.32 km. long elevated

corridor with 32 stations.
• It shall provide interconnectivity among the existing Eastern Express
Roadway, Central Railway, Monorail, the ongoing Metro Line 2B (D N
Nagar to Mandale), and the proposed Metro Line 5 (Thane to Kalyan),
Metro Line 6 (Swami Samarth Nagar to Vikhroli) & Metro Line 8

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 (Wadala to General Post Office).
• It shall provide rail-based access to the commercial, Govt. bodies and
geographical landmarks in Mumbai.
• Dedicated Depots are planned in Owale land in up to an extent of 20 Ha.
and in Godrej Land in up to 15.50 Ha. Area. And Maintenance Depot
has been proposed near Gaimukh Station. Area of depot land will be
about 23.1 Hectare. This depot will serve entire corridor from Wadala
to Gaimukh.
• It shall reduce the current travel time by anything between 50% and 75%
depending on road conditions.

Metro Line - 5 (Thane Bhiwandi Kalyan)

• Metro Line 5 from Thane to Bhiwandi to Kalyan is 24.90 km. long

elevated corridor with 15 stations.
• It will provide interconnectivity among the ongoing Metro Line 4
(Wadala to Kasarvadavli) and the proposed Metro Line 12 (Kalyan to
Taloja), and with the existing Central Railway.
• It will provide rail-based access to the commercial, Govt. bodies and
geographical landmarks in Thane, Bhiwandi and Kalayan.
• It will reduce the current travel time by anything between 50% and 75%

Metro Line 6
Swami Samarth Nagar to Vikhroli (EEH)

• Metro Line-6, in between Swami Samarth Nagar to Vikhroli (EEH) has

been proposed to provide further inputs in the infrastructure of Greater
Mumbai.
• Proposed Metro line is 15.31 Km in length running from Swami Samarth
Nagar to Vikhroli (EEH) passing through Jogeshwari, WEH, Powai.
• This line is fully elevated, and it connects Western Express & Eastern
Express Highways.
• It gives interchange facilities at Aadarsh Nagar of Line-2A, JVLR

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 station of Line-7, Aaray Depot station of Line-3 and Gandhi Nagar of
Line-4 at different locations.
• It has 13 stations &most of the alignment is passing on the median of
Jogeshwari-Vikhroli link road.
• Similar to other Metro lines it has Integrated ticketing system, Lifts, escalators
& staircase facilities in addition to improved footpaths with rams for differently
disabled and senior citizens.
• From S.S. Nagar to Mahakali, out of 4.750Km(approx.), 2.58Km
combined Road flyover with Metro line will also be constructed on the
same single pier at road median, to provide an addition transport facility,
in collaboration with MCGM.
• No major environmentally sensitive or archeologically important areas
are directly affected during the construction of this metro line.
• The main benefit is time saving for travelling in between Andheri to
EEH by 30-45 minutes.

Mumbai Metro Line 7 (ANDHERI EAST - DAHISAR EAST)

• Metro Line 7 from Andheri (E) to Dahisar (E) is 16.475 km. long
elevated corridor with 13 stations.
• It shall provide interconnectivity among the existing Western Express
Highway, Western Railway, Metro Line 1 (Ghatkopar to Versova), the
ongoing Metro Line 2A (Dahisar to D N Nagar) and the proposed Metro
Line 6 (Swami Samarth Nagar to Vikhroli).
• It shall facilitate smooth and efficient interchange with the suburban rail
system and MRT system at Andheri, JVLR and Dahisar.
• It shall provide connectivity between the Central Mumbai and the
Northern suburban Mumbai.
• It shall provide rail-based access to the Mumbai International Airport
(CSIA), SEEPZ, National Park and other commercial and geographical
landmarks.
• Dedicated Depot is planned at Dahisar in an extent of 15 Ha.
• It shall reduce the current travel time by anything between 50% and 75%

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 depending on road conditions.

Mumbai Metro Line 9 (i.e. Line 7 Extension)

• Metro Line 9 is extension of Line 7 form Andheri to CSIA and Dahisar

to Mira Bhayander and is 13.581 km long (11.386 km elevated and
2.195km underground) with 10 stations.
• It shall provide interconnectivity among the existing Western Express
Highway, Western Railway, ongoing Metro Line 2A (Dahisar to D N
Nagar) and Metro Line 7(Andheri (E) to Dahisar (E)).
• It shall provide rail-based access to the commercial, Govt. bodies and
geographical landmarks in Mumbai.
• Maintenance Depot has been proposed at Mira-Bhayander (main depot
for entire line-7). Total land area proposed for maintenance facilities is
20.0 Ha.
• It shall reduce the current travel time by anything between 50% and 75%
depending on road conditions.

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 4. HOUSEHOLD INTERVIEW SURVEY

Household Interview Survey (HIS) is one of the most important surveys for any
comprehensive transportation study. Representative samples of dwelling units are selected, and
personal interviews are conducted to obtain socio‐economic and travel characteristics of the
members of the household for one full normal working day. Vast amount of information is
collected on various aspects like family structure, socio‐ economic characteristics, location of
work/study places, and information of travel attributes for all trips made on that day. This data
is employed for analysing the existing travel patterns and related parameters, to help in the
calibration of Travel Demand Models (TDM) that shall be employed in assessing the future
travel demand and evolving future transport systems. Thus, home interview surveys or
household interview surveys are considered pivotal.
The Household Interview Survey conducted in Rajkot, Gujarat, as part of feasibility study
for metro, was analysed. From the analysis, the socio-demographic features and the travel
patterns of the people were identified.

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 5. SITE VISIT

Site visits on the stretch of Mumbai Metro-Line 5 under construction, connecting Thane-
Bhiwandi-Kalyan were conducted as part of the internship program.
Metro Line 5 from Thane to Bhiwandi to Kalyan is 24.90 km long elevated corridor with
15 stations. It will provide interconnectivity among the ongoing Metro Line 4 (Wadala to
Kasarvadavli) and the proposed Metro Line 12 (Kalyan to Taloja), and with the existing Central
Railway. It will provide rail-based access to the commercial, Governmental bodies and
geographical landmarks in Thane, Bhiwandi and Kalyan. It will reduce the current travel time
by 50% to 75%.
The various types of construction elements were identified, and their applications were
observed. The various challenges faced during the construction, especially to lay the line over a
marine waterbody, were closely observed. A detailed picture was obtained regarding the various
traffic diversions and the planning involved in it. The casting yard was also visited.

Figure 2: Cantilever girder under construction in Metro line 5

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Figure 3: Construction of pier in the marine creek, Metro Line 5.

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 6. CLASSIFIED VEHICLE COUNT FROM VIDEO DATA
Collection of video data and extraction of vehicle count from it is a commonly used method
for analysing the properties of a vehicle stream, such as traffic composition, speed, headway,
density etc. Here, the data was collected at various toll booths in the routes – Ahmedabad-Mehsana,
Nandigama-Ibrahimpatnam, Nellore-Tada and Halol-Vadodara. The videos at different times of
the day were analysed to extract the classified vehicle count in the following categories:
• Car/Jeep/Van/Taxi
• Tata Magic
• Minibus
• Standard bus (2-Axle)
• Standard bus (3-Axle)
• Mini LCV
• LCV (4 wheels)
• LCV (6 wheels)
• 2-Axle truck
• 3-Axle truck
• MAV (4-6 Axle)
• Oversized Vehicle (>6 Axles)
The number of vehicles from each category, is counted over peak times and off-peak hours
also. The ADT is obtained from it and is used for the evaluation and fixing of toll fare in the toll
plaza.
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7. INTEGRATED MULTI- MODAL TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM

With escalating nuisance of transportation demand and rapid urbanisation in India,

innovative solutions and methods are being evolved and borrowed from other countries. Over the
last decade numerous Mass Rapid Transit Systems have come up in various cities like Metro Rails,
Bus Rapid Transit Systems and Monorails. The interlinking of these various public transport
modes and various other modes is now the important issue from user point of view and opportunity
from planners’ point of view, for seamless travel across the various modes and sustainability of
the overall public transportation network in the city.
Multi Modal Transportation System explores the coordinated use of two or more modes of
transport for speedy, safe, pleasant, and comfortable movement of passengers in urban areas. It
provides convenient and economical connection of various modes to make complete journey from
origin to destination. Generally, MMTS has been characterized by increased capacity, efficient
access and better location of both integration and nodes. Public transport is an important
constituent of multi–modal transportation system and hence local and regional public
transportation system must be as integral part of the same.
Integrated Multi- Modal Transport System (IMMTS) comprises of one trip that involves two
or more than two different modes of transportation like bus, metro, car, tram, etc.; either
government or privately operated, where in-between passengers have to transfer into other mode.
Some modes of transportation have always been depended on other modes. Urban bus systems
generally serve train and subway stations and often extends to local airports. A major goal of
integrated multi-modal transport system in developed countries is to reduce dependence on the
automobile as a major mode of ground transportation and increase use of public transport. In the
developing countries a variety of modes of transport are used.

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8. CONCLUSION

This internship, in essence, was highly beneficial for me, with rigorous skill development,
in terms of technical skills, time management, communication, diplomatic skills, professional
ethics and teamwork.
This opportunity has helped in putting my critical thinking and skills into use and provided
an opportunity for discussion and interaction with experts and professionals in the domain. It was
a great learning experience and has played a major role in shaping my professional goals and
preferences.

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