According to information received from Bakyt Kalykov, head of the department at the Bishkek Mayor's Office Transport Department, buses in Bishkek have faced problems on the roads: since the start of the year they have been involved in 521 traffic accidents.

Consequences for drivers and requirements to compensate for damage

As a result of the analysis of the incidents, bus drivers were found at fault in 244 cases. This entails a number of consequences for the drivers themselves, according to data provided by the head of the department at the Bishkek Mayor's Office Transport Department.

  • Drivers found at fault are required to compensate for the damage caused.
  • In addition, those found at fault may face disciplinary penalties, which may include loss of a bonus, a reprimand or dismissal.
521total number of traffic accidents since the start of the year
244cases in which drivers were found at fault

Key points

Thus, the main emphasis is on the responsibility of drivers who, if found at fault, must not only compensate for material damage but also face possible staffing and disciplinary measures.