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Tashkent Metro Sets Record by Carrying 1 Million 165 Thousand Passengers in One Day

Published: September 16, 2026(Updated: Sep 20, 2026)10 views
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Tashkent Metro Sets Record by Carrying 1 Million 165 Thousand Passengers in One Day
On September 14, Tashkent Metro served 1 million 165 thousand 550 passengers, setting a new record related to the start of the academic year.

On September 14, 2026, Tashkent Metro served 1 million 165 thousand 550 passengers — this is a new record for daily transportation. According to the information from the joint-stock company "Tashkent Metro", the increase in demand is linked to the start of the new academic year for students at all levels of higher education institutions.

This was reported on the metro's official channel. ## Key Details and Important Information ### Record Indicators Date | Number of Passengers September 14, 2026 (new record) | 1,165,550 May 8, 2026 (previous record) | 1,117,061 Difference | 48,489 ### October Forecast and Gift for Passengers According to observations and analyses conducted by specialists, the trend of increasing passenger flow is expected to continue.

Specifically, in October, the number of daily passengers is anticipated to reach 1,200,000. ### Special Measures for 1,200,000 Passengers The metro plans to identify 1,200,000 passengers and provide them with special privileges or gifts.

This initiative is intended as a motivation for passengers and a symbolic event. ## Process and Consequences ### Updating Rolling Stock In response to the increased passenger flow, the metro continues to update its rolling stock gradually. Throughout 2026, it is planned to purchase and deliver 14 modern trains, all of which are expected to be delivered to the fleet. ### Train Movement Coordination Train movements are being coordinated promptly based on the real state of passenger flow. ### Additional Routes for Students A separate article will address metro stations and additional bus routes for students, while the class schedules for universities in Tashkent are included in this material. ## Key Details and Important Information ### When was the record recorded in the metro?

Umidjon Esirgapov
Umidjon Esirgapov

On September 14, Tashkent Metro served 1 million 165 thousand 550 passengers. This is a new record for daily transportation. ### What was the previous record?

The previous highest figure was recorded on May 8, 2026 — that day, 1 million 117 thousand 61 passengers used the metro services. ### What figures are expected in October? According to analyses, it is expected that the daily number of passengers will reach 1,200,000 in October.

The metro plans to provide special privileges or gifts to the 1,200,000 passengers.

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