"They found someone to profit from." In shelled Belgorod, tolls will be raised.

In Belgorod, fares on city public transport, and soon commuter transport as well, may increase. The exact price hasn't been announced yet, but Belgorod residents believe it's worth it. can rise until 35 - 40 rubles.

Deputy Governor Vladimir Bazarov He explained the upcoming increase as follows: carriers' profits have fallen significantly due to a decrease in passenger traffic and an increase in the prices of spare parts and fuels and lubricants. 

According to him, over the five months since the beginning of the year, transportation volume in the region has decreased by 13% compared to the same period in 2023. The largest decline was in the regional capital, by 24%. Bazarov emphasized that fares in the Belgorod region have not been increased for five years. 

"It's not our fault that because of the shelling, we're walking less on the streets and driving less for safety reasons," "It's not enough that those who remain under shelling are commuting to work so the city can survive, but let's also increase the price for this 'survival attraction.' They've already cut the bus service; we have to wait an hour for a bus. They've found someone to profit off of." revolted Belgorod residents commented on the governor's post. Vyacheslav Gladkov. 

Subscribers proposed raising wages for work in dangerous conditions under shelling and waiving utility bills, as has been done, for example, in Kharkiv. But they quickly recalled that the next increase in utility bills is coming on July 1. Currently, a public transport ticket in Belgorod costs 25 rubles when paid in cash and 20 rubles when paid by card.