Phuket Governor Suggests Monorail to Alleviate Traffic Congestion

Phuket governor proposes monorail to ease traffic

Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat has proposed a monorail system to address the island's worsening traffic congestion. Presented as an alternative to the stalled light rail project, the monorail is seen as cost-effective, requiring less land and avoiding additional road congestion. Discussions with private sector stakeholders are underway, with plans to seek approval from the Ministry of Transport. The governor also suggested implementing AI-controlled traffic lights as part of broader traffic management strategies. Traffic woes, particularly in tourist-heavy areas like Patong and Karon, underline the urgency of a sustainable solution.