Suriya declares success of 7-day free public transport measure Suriya declares success of 7-day free public transport measure
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 02, 2025
Bangkok’s 7-day free public transport initiative saw a 36.81% rise in bus passengers and a 39.62% increase in electric train users. The scheme reduced pollution, with 350,000 fewer vehicles on the streets, but some workers expressed frustration over overcrowding on trains.