He noted that the general plan for the capital until 2050 includes the introduction of trams into the passenger transport system.
Kydyraiev inquired with representatives of the city administration whether an analysis of the efficiency of this transport had been conducted and what its productivity was.
Deputy Mayor Azamat Kadyrov commented that this concerns not old-fashioned trams, but modern models that use air cushion technology.
“The advantages of such trams are that they can be implemented quickly. We calculated that the construction of one kilometer of monorail will cost 70-80 million soms, while a tram line will cost only 15 million. A separate lane will also be allocated for trams to avoid competition with other types of public transport. Similar projects are successfully implemented in Arab countries, Korea, and other nations,” Kadyrov said.
Umbetaly Kydyraiev also noted that the problem of traffic jams is particularly relevant for Bishkek.
“It is necessary to address transport issues not only from a financial perspective but also considering technological changes. In 10-15 years, traditional means of transport may become outdated. We need to transition to air transport technologies, develop cable cars, and other modern transportation methods,” he added.
