Aman Shankardass

Aman Shankardass is a Master’s student at Boston University interested in transportation planning and human-centered urban design. Last year, he founded Boston Cafe Bikers, a Boston-based community that promotes city exploration and bike safety, aimed at building confidence in sustainable commuting. Find him on Instagram: @bos_cafe_bikers.

Op-ed

Guest Column: Imagine More Forgiving Neighborhoods

Balancing life between Boston’s suburbs and the city has turned into a high stakes obstacle course: miss a train, hit traffic, forget one errand, and your day unravels.

Aman Shankardass

January 26, 2026