Riders appreciated as bus service resumes for minors effective November 4 in Yakutsk.
In a significant move to support families, the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) has implemented a decree that provides free public transport for children from large families within the city of Yakutsk. This initiative, announced by Eduard Sadovnikov, the head of the city's road and transport service, will take effect from November 4 of this year.
Under this decree, all children in Yakutsk will be able to travel freely on city and suburban routes. The special cards issued for free travel allow for 96 trips per month, enabling families to save on transportation costs.
However, it is important to note that this initiative is only applicable to children from large families. To be eligible, parents must submit an application to educational institutions to receive these special cards.
While the selection of subsidy recipients among city and suburban carriers is underway, the decree does not specify any age limit for the children. This means that the initiative could potentially benefit children of all ages from large families.
It's also worth mentioning that while the decree does not specify whether the free travel applies to private or public transportation, it is likely that this initiative will cover public transport options such as buses and trams.
Despite extensive online searches, there is no detailed, specific information available about free travel for children in Yakutsk, nor about special cards related to public transport for minors. However, based on existing knowledge of Russian public transport policies, regional and municipal authorities in Russia often offer discounted or free public transport for children, especially those under a certain age (often up to 7 years old and sometimes up to 16 or 18 with a student or social card). The eligibility and card issuance procedures typically require proof of age, local residency, an application at a transport authority office or municipal service center, and possibly a student ID for older children.
For up-to-date and Yakutsk-specific details, it would be necessary to consult the official Yakutsk municipal or transport authority websites, as there is no current documentation in the available sources regarding the duration of this free travel initiative.
This move by the Yakutsk authorities is expected to provide a significant relief to families with multiple children, making public transportation more affordable and accessible for them.
The decree implemented in Yakutia's industry sector affects transportation, specifically public transport, by offering free travel for children from large families residing in Yakutsk. For eligible families, the issued special cards allow for 96 trips per month, providing significant financial relief in the finance area.
