The Bishkek Mayor's Office is preparing a project to eliminate traffic lights at key sections of the road network. According to information, the changes will affect three important city arteries.

Phased implementation of the project

As reported by Abdyzhaparkul Zhanbolotov, Deputy Director of the Department of Transport and Road Infrastructure Development of the Bishkek Mayor's Office, this decision is part of a long-term city development strategy. The process will not be instantaneous: the implementation of the plan is intended to take place in several stages.

"This is a multi-year plan that will be implemented in stages. The project is currently being prepared."
Abdyzhaparkul Zhanbolotov, Deputy Director of the Department of Transport and Road Infrastructure Development of the Bishkek Mayor's Office

Where changes are planned

The list of streets where traffic light facilities are planned to be removed includes:

  • Yuzhnaya Magistral
  • Sadyrbaeva Street (Bakha)
  • 7 Aprelya Street