In Malaysia, public transportation is not only available in developing areas but also in rural areas. The government provides various facilities for the convenience of the people, including public transport. Every year, the government allocates a budget to upgrade and improve the public transport network.
Did you know that public transportation is one of the important facilities, not only in Malaysia but also abroad? It is one of the most important initiatives, especially for tourists. The company that manages public transport also charges reasonable fares.
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What types of Public Transportation are available in Malaysia?
Public transportation helps the folk to move from one place to another more efficiently, affordably, and systematically. The local government usually plans and finances the cost of public transport construction, especially in our country.
The public transport network available in Malaysia are:
- Buses
- Heavy rail (including commuter rail)
- Light rapid transit (LRT)
- Mass rapid transit (MRT)
- Monorails
- Airport rail links
- Funicular railway line
- Taxi
- Grab
The government built public transportation to facilitate movement from one city to another. It is also a substitute for automobiles that fill the roads and helps reduce unnecessary walking. The government built public transportation to facilitate movement from one city to another. It is also a substitute for automobiles that fill the roads and helps reduce unnecessary walking. The benefits of public transport are enhanced when the system is well-planned and designed. It is for high-quality user experience, interconnectivity and efficiency.
The benefits of Public Transportation
1) Provide economic benefits to the community
The existence of public transport can provide economic benefits to the community. It will attract the attention of visitors who can help the economy of the small merchants. If we notice where there are public transport facilities, there will be a group of small street businesses. Usually, they will sell snacks and souvenirs.
2) Enhance fuel efficiency
Most public transport uses electricity or renewable energy as a power source. We already know that public transport uses efficient energy sources as fuel compared to vehicles that use petrol and diesel. The total fuel consumption of public transport is also not as much as vehicles that use gas.
3) Reduce the traffic jam
The use of public transport can reduce traffic congestion. Public transportation solves road congestion that often occurs at peak hours. Overcoming road congestion by building a new highway also involves high costs and a long time.
4) Enhance community movement
Not all Malaysians are capable of driving. The existence of public transport, such as trains (light rail, intercity, mass rapid), buses, etc, can help facilitate people’s movement.
5) Provide affordable public transport services
Public transport helps workers who are just starting in life. With reasonable fares and easy access from anywhere, especially in urban areas, reducing the burden of their lives.
6) Public transportation is useful for people who don’t want to commute to work
By taking public transport, those who want to go to work can avoid driving. While waiting for the train to reach its destination, we can spend time reading, resting, and, best of all, sleeping! (Don’t miss the station).
Source: remix.com
