Tashkent seeks to double public transport use to reduce traffic losses

We use cookies to improve website performance and enhance your user experience. By continuing to browse, you agree to the use of cookies Kun.uz Privacy Policy The economy of Tashkent loses an estimated $343 million each year due to problems in the city’s transport system, according to a presentation by the Center for Traffic Management of Tashkent The report highlights several major challenges affecting urban mobility, including traffic congestion, road safety concerns, environmental pollution, and the limited attractiveness of public transport Currently, about 5.2 million people move around Tashkent every day. This figure includes 3.2 million permanent residents, 1.5 million daily commuters, and around 500,000 temporary residents The capacity of the city’s main roads – consisting of 81 streets with a total length of 472 km – is estimated at 400,000 vehicles per day. However, the actual traffic load is nearly double that level, reaching about 770,000 vehicles daily Overall, residents and visitors make approximately 11.2 million trips per day across the city. Of these: The Tashkent city administration aims to increase the share of trips made by public transport from the current 30–35% to 60–65%, bringing the city closer to international standards To achieve this goal, authorities plan a significant expansion of both bus and metro services The city also intends to expand the Tashkent Metro: Officials identified several serious consequences of the current transport system Road safety remains a major issue. In 1,225 traffic accidents, 90 people were killed, including 49 pedestrians Traffic congestion is another pressing problem, with average congestion levels reaching 7–10 points on the city’s traffic scale Environmental impacts are also significant. Transport emissions generate about 3,000 tons of PM2.5 particles per year, contributing to worsening air quality The report also notes growing transport inequality, as residents without private cars face limited mobility Overall, these factors result in annual economic losses estimated at $343 million, equivalent to 1.27% of Tashkent’s gross regional product Reproduction, duplication and distribution of materials in any form is permitted only with prior written permission of the publisher.KUN.UZ. Certificate: No. 0987 Date of issue: June 22, 2015 Founder: WEB EXPERT LLC Editorial address: 100043, 1-Charkh Kamolon 12, Novza street, Chilanzar district, Tashkent Ⓣ - this sign on articles and materials means that they are published on the basis of commercial and advertising rights