Singapore, July 3 -- From July 1. cyclists and users of non-motorised personal mobility devices (PMDs), such as kick scooters, will face penalties if caught riding on pedestrian-only footpaths across towns in Singapore.

This latest move by the Singaporean government aims to raise awareness among road users about proper usage of pavements.

Under the new regulations, only pedestrians and users of personal mobility aids (PMAs), such as electric wheelchairs, are allowed on pedestrian-only paths, which are marked with the words "pedestrians only." Cycling paths, by contrast, are painted red.

PMDs may still be used on designated pedestrian paths but must adhere to speed limits. The maximum speed for such devices will be reduced from 10 kmh t...