The Thailand Ministry of Transport is piloting a
project aimed at improving accessibility for persons with disabilities,
by making adjustments to the facilities at subway stations in Bangkok.
Transport Minister Chatchart Sitthipan
said the Blue Line subway route (Hua Lamphong – Bangsue) is starting to
undergo improvements, both within the stations and on the trains.
Wheelchair lanes will be provided at the service counters. Toilets for
persons with disabilities will be built, and parking spots for
wheelchairs will be established. The 9-story car park building at
Ladphrao Station will be improved to allow easier access by persons with
disabilities.
Persons with disabilities receive fare
exemption when using the subway trains. Around 400 persons with
disabilities utilize the subway each day; 70% are those with hearing
disability.
Mr. Chatchart said the Ministry of
Transport will also pilot a project to boost accessibility for persons
with disabilities at Don Mueang Airport in the future.
Source : National News Bureau of Thailand ( NNT )
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