• M.A.Pathan
• Maaz Bandi

This research presents a comprehensive analysis of parking management challenges and smart parking solutions at Surat Railway Station, India. Through detailed field surveys using the license plate method and geometric increase forecasting techniques, this study evaluates current parking capacity, demand patterns, and revenue generation while proposing sustainable infrastructure solutions. The research reveals an 87.5% overall capacity utilization rate with significant revenue generation potential of Rs. 17,150 daily from current facilities. The study proposes a multi-story parking infrastructure that would increase capacity by over 200% for two-wheelers and 100% for four-wheelers, addressing projected demand growth through 2025. The findings contribute to the growing body of knowledge on smart parking systems in developing countries and provide a framework for similar transportation hubs across India.

Smart parking systems, railway station parking, urban transportation, parking management, license plate survey, demand forecasting.

"Designing and Managing Smart Parking Systems: A Comprehensive Analysis of Surat Railway Station", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 2, page no.501-505, February 2018, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1802370.pdf

"Designing and Managing Smart Parking Systems: A Comprehensive Analysis of Surat Railway Station", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.5, Issue 2, page no. pp501-505, February 2018, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1802370.pdf