Sunday, January 26, 2025 Bangkok, a bustling hub of culture, commerce, and travel, is now grappling with a suffocating air pollution crisis that has forced Thai authorities to take dramatic measures. In a desperate bid to reduce smog levels choking the city, travel by public transport has been made free for a week starting Saturday. This move comes as a lifeline for residents and tourists navigating the capital’s hazy streets.
Free Transport Initiative to Combat Pollution Passengers in Bangkok can now ride buses, as well as elevated and underground electric trains, without charge. Officials hope this strategy will significantly cut private car usage—a key contributor to the city’s deteriorating air quality. The initiative coincides with the closure of hundreds of schools and businesses, with employees encouraged to work from home as authorities scramble to bring pollution under control.
For the latest travel news, travel updates and travel deals, airline news, cruise news, technology updates, travel alerts, weather reports, insider’ insights, exclusive interviews, subscribe now to the daily TTW newsletter . Tourism and Travel Industry in Jeopardy Bangkok, a city synonymous with vibrant street life and cultural landmarks, is witnessing a downturn in travel and tourism due to its toxic air. International travelers and locals alike face health risks, prompting many to rethink plans to visit the capital.
The travel industry, already strained by economic challenges, is now.
