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Fare of BTS SkyTrain “Chatchat” discusses bringing back monthly tickets alleviate the burden of the people

Mr. Chatchat Sitthiphan, Governor of Bangkok, discusses ways to reduce prices. Fare of the BTS SkyTrain that what is now is more clear both in terms of structural liabilities and management fees where Bangkok or Bangkok has to consider in the other 2 parts, which is the part that is the structural value and the part that is the cost of driving All of which are tied to the setting of fares. At present, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has to pay the operating fees, which is known as the management contract, for the period from 2029 to 2042. Another part must be considered, namely: How much is the debt financing? which must be clear that How much will Bangkok have to pay? which the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration had to consider that Part of the debt must be financed. and expenses that must be paid to the private sector But of course, if the private sector is to finance the debt, it will result in more expensive fares.

Currently, the cost of operating a car that has a commitment from 2029-2042, if you know clearly that both paying for the car And how much will the finance have to be paid? will show the price fare more clearly If taking the debt to private finance The cost of the private sector is higher May result in higher fares.

Mr. Chatchat He said that the price frame rate fare can’t think It depends on the side that will have to pay money. Currently, there is a cost to be paid at 18,000 / year, which the cost that Bangkok has to pay will be about 50 baht per person, excluding the first debt. What is still a burden It is a contract in the middle of the 44 baht fare in the egg yolk. which stays up to 72 years in this period to alleviate the suffering of the people Discuss the return of the monthly ticket. student card Elderly people return a lot.

In addition, it may be necessary to discuss whether During the extension that keeps 15 baht, the BMA will be able to calculate the price to be lower or not have to discuss again. Try to keep the price from being more expensive than the specified frame. tomorrow discuss with Special Professor Thongthong Chantrangsu Chairman of the Board of Krungthep Thanakom Company Limited or KT to find a clear direction but in spite of this BMA can’t manage by itself. but must be hired with fairness must act fairly Opportunity for private sectors to participate in the operation including considering the contract 2029-2042 whether it is fair or not