Bishkek receives EBRD financed new buses

Bishkek, Feb. 12, 2026. /Kabar/. February 12, Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers attended a ceremony presenting the keys of new buses and specialized vehicles to the Bishkek Mayor's office.

According to the Cabinet of Ministers, a total of 95 new buses and 42 specialized vehicles were handed over. The event took place at Depot No. 1.

"Today, we are handing over 95 new, modern buses and 42 specialized vehicles to Bishkek Mayor's office. This is another important step in upgrading public transportation and city services. As part of the consistent work of the Mayor's office, city development, environmental improvement, and the creation of comfortable conditions for residents remain a priority. To improve the environment, over 17,000 trees have been planted and green spaces have been expanded. A modern eco-technological plant for recycling solid municipal waste and generating electricity has begun operations.

Kindergartens and schools have been built, underground passages have been constructed, and safe and comfortable conditions for city residents have been created. All of these projects are being implemented systematically and purposefully by the Bishkek Mayor's office," said the head of the Cabinet.

Adylbek Kasymaliev also noted that work to technically upgrade municipal enterprises will continue. He called on city service employees to use the new equipment responsibly and improve the quality of services provided to the public.

"Every vehicle and every piece of equipment is an important resource serving the city's residents. Careful and proper use, justifying the public's trust, is the direct responsibility of each of you," he emphasized, adding that the new buses and specialized equipment will provide additional impetus to the city's development, expand the capabilities of municipal services, and facilitate their work.

2-meter Youtong buses were purchased through a program run by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. The 42 units of special equipment purchased using budget funds include emergency crew vehicles, dump trucks, hydraulic cranes, JAC T-6 vehicles, and trench vibratory rollers.