Transport fares in Omsk using non-cash methods will become more economical starting July 1.
In a move aimed at encouraging non-cash payments for public transport, the Omsk City Council has approved a decision to adjust public transport fares. The adjustment will take effect on July 1, 2023.
Passengers using modern payment methods such as bank cards, "Omka" card, or QR code can save seven rubles compared to those who pay with cash. This incentive is designed to promote the use of digital payment options and streamline the process for commuters.
The fare for a single trip will increase for both cash and non-cash payments. Passengers paying with cash will pay five rubles more per single trip, while those using non-cash methods will pay three rubles more.
The economic effect of the fare increase is expected to be 163.1 million rubles by the end of the year. However, no specific details were provided about how much of the revenue generated from the fare increase will go towards reducing the city budget burden or city budget revenues.
It is worth noting that 84.3 million rubles are planned to reduce the burden on the city budget.
Despite the fare adjustment, municipal transport remains the most affordable compared to private carriers. Most private carriers have already increased their fares to 45 rubles.
According to recent data, more than 90% of Omsk residents already use modern payment methods, indicating a widespread adoption of digital payment options in the city.
For detailed and up-to-date information about the fare adjustment in Omsk public transport and its economic implications, we recommend consulting official Omsk city transportation websites or recent local news reports.
What about the impact of this fare adjustment on the business and finance sector?It is interesting to know how much of the additional revenue generated from the increased fares will be allocated to improving the city's digital infrastructure for public transport, supporting the widespread use of digital payment options.
