Lee Kim Shin Launches Kuching BAS.MY: 6 Buses Operating on 10 Main Routes

(Kuching, 5th) The Short-Distance Bus Service Transformation Plan (SBST) Kuching BAS.MY officially launched today, with 6 buses operating on 10 main routes, from the Open-Air Market to Serian.  

Sarawak Minister for Transport, Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin, stated that these accessible buses will travel 67 kilometers, covering 48 bus stops, and offer affordable fares to facilitate passenger commuting.  

He said that the BAS.MY bus service will be increased in phases, and it is expected that by the end of April, a total of 56 buses will be in operation. 

“Today, the Kuching BAS.MY service officially launched with 6 buses; the original plan was for 10 buses, but 4 have yet to be operational. However, by March, we will add another 20 buses to the service, and by the end of April, an additional 26 buses will be operational. By then, we will have 56 modern buses equipped with a CCTV monitoring system, accessibility features, low fares, and GPS.”

He made these remarks in an interview with reporters after attending the launch ceremony of the Short-Distance Bus Service Transformation Plan for Kuching BAS.MY at the Kuching Open-Air Market.  

At the same time, Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin personally experienced the Kuching BAS.MY ride, travelling to Sarawak General Hospital before the bus continued to Serian, completing its first-day mission.  

He also mentioned that the bus provides free services for students, disabled persons (OKU), and senior citizens above 60, who can apply for the BAS.MY discount card from the relevant units.  

“Therefore, I hope that the operators of these new buses will adhere strictly to the timetable to ensure punctuality and reliability, as these are key elements of providing such services. I also hope the bus company and operators will ensure timely operations, and of course, enforcement agencies will conduct inspections to ensure that the buses operate according to the terms and conditions of the Short-Distance Bus Service Transformation Plan.”