An Investigation of Barriers affecting the movement of Emergency Vehicles using the DEMATEL approach

The improper management of the traffic conditions has hampered the sustainable development in the urban areas. Various factors influence the characteristic of the traffic congestion. In order to conduct a microscopic analysis regarding the causes of congestion we need to establish a relationship between the traffic congestion patterns and the influencing factors. The work has been carried out on the basis of the previous studies and the discernment of the proficient involved in management of traffic. In this work, a methodology named Decision Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL) has been employed, for comprehending the contextual affiliation structure amongst the various key enablers.