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More than 240 million passengers expected in Bishkek this year

From 24.kg · () Russian

Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Bishkek plans to transport over 240 million passengers this year, an increase from 220 million in the previous year.
  • The city is promoting cashless payment methods like 'Tulpar' cards and QR codes.
  • Approximately 25 million passengers still pay for public transport with cash.

Bishkek is projecting a significant increase in public transport usage, with plans to carry over 240 million passengers in the current year. This figure represents a substantial rise from the 220 million passengers recorded last year, according to Vice Mayor Ramiz Aliyev.

Aliyev shared these projections during a session of the Bishkek City Council's standing commission on housing and communal services. The city is actively encouraging the adoption of modern payment methods. Passengers are increasingly utilizing 'Tulpar' payment cards and QR codes for cashless transactions on public transport.

More than 240 million passengers are planned to be transported in Bishkek this year.

— Ramiz AliyevReporting the city's public transport projections.

Despite the push towards digital payments, cash remains a prevalent method for many. An estimated 25 million passengers still opt to pay their fares in cash. Additionally, 13 million individuals rely on travel passes for their commutes. The city currently offers six categories of preferential fares for eligible individuals.

In 2026, it is planned to transport 248 million passengers.

— Ramiz AliyevProviding a specific target for the year.
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Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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