The Ministry of Transport and Communications recognized the necessity of enhancing the accessibility and quality of passenger transport services. This includes ensuring reliable bus connections on routes linking Bishkek with settlements such as Tokmok, Kant, Kemin, Kara-Baltu, and Sokuluk.
Funding and Operational Status
Currently, the majority of passenger transport on these routes is provided by private carriers. While the Ministry is working on attracting private investors and entrepreneurs in the transport sector, it stated that the ministry's budget does not allocate funds for purchasing buses for either suburban or intercity routes.
Future Development and Strategy
According to the Ministry's response, the concept for developing road transport in the Kyrgyz Republic until 2030 outlines several key objectives. These include improving the quality and accessibility of passenger transport, digitizing the transport sector, introducing modern vehicles, and attracting private investments.
The Ministry noted that efforts are underway, together with international investors and development partners, to study possibilities for vehicle procurement.
Key Takeaways
- The Ministry recognizes the need to improve passenger transport on routes connecting Bishkek with Tokmok, Kant, Kemin, Kara-Baltu, and Sokuluk.
- Private carriers currently handle most passenger transport on these specified routes.
- The Ministry's budget lacks funds for purchasing buses for suburban or intercity travel.
- Development plans focus on improving quality, digitalization, and attracting private investment.
