Two transport projects selected for Kumamoto areas hit by the earthquake
The national transport ministry has selected two projects in its fourth open call for earthquake-affected areas of Kumamoto. The call opened on September 11 and aimed to solve new local transport problems caused by the Reiwa 8 Kumamoto earthquake. The selected projects fall under the 'Transport Gap Elimination' type, which funds efforts to close transport gaps where residents lack practical travel options.
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What does it mean?
The government is paying for new ways to get around in parts of Kumamoto that lost transport after the earthquake. Two local projects have been chosen for this money. The funding can cover things like shared rides, on-demand buses and shared taxis.
Who is affected?
Residents of earthquake-affected areas of Kumamoto who face transport gaps, and the local governments and other groups running the selected projects.