Jordan expands free school transport to Central Badia communities

Prime Minister Jafar Hassan ordered the expansion of a free school transport program to communities in the southern Central Badia, including Umm Al Rasas and Northern Mushairfa, starting in February.

The government is extending the initiative to reach more remote areas following an initial rollout in the Southern Badia. This program provides free bus services to students and teachers to reduce the financial burden on families and solve transportation challenges in rural regions.

The government works with the private sector to provide these transport services at no cost to the students. Officials are also preparing to launch a smart transport application for parents. This tool will allow families to track school bus movements and arrival times using electronic tracking systems and onboard cameras.