The jugaad method stands out as a representation of resourcefulness, originality, and adaptation in the colorful tapestry of India’s creative landscape. Jugaad epitomizes the spirit of conservatism and inventiveness since it is based on the capacity to find unusual and frequently improvised solutions to common issues. The jugaad system has, however, expanded beyond its humble beginnings into a number of fields, including transportation. About 64% of the world’s oil consumption, 27% of all energy use, and 23% of the carbon dioxide emissions related to energy are accounted for by the transportation sector. Urban passenger and freight transit use 5% of the global energy supply in areas with dense urban populations. Given that it is predicted that by 2050, 68% of people in the world would live in urban areas, this situation could get even worse.

This article examines the relationship between  the jugaad ethos and the urgent need for circular practices in transit and how they can be effectively combined to attain circularity in the industry. The article also explores how jugaad-inspired inventions could promote circular transportation solutions that are resource-efficient, long-lasting, and revolutionary for the future of mobility.

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