Belgrade to Launch Free Public Transport for All Residents by 2025

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Belgrade's residents will receive complimentary access to buses, trams, and trolleybuses starting January 1

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Mayor Aleksandar Sapic's announcement positions Belgrade among select European capitals like Luxembourg and Tallinn that offer free public transit

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A staggering surge of 250,000 vehicles over the past decade has intensified Belgrade's traffic congestion crisis

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The city's 127-kilometer tram network, operational since 1892, stands as one of Europe's most extensive public transit systems

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Authorities aim to modernize the aging fleet completely by 2027, with all vehicles being replaced by the end of 2025

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Current transit fares will be eliminated under the new policy, replacing the existing ticket system

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The long-delayed metro system project, targeted for 2030 completion, remains uncertain amidst the implementation of free public transport

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