The contrast between futuristic stations and the reality of pricing is pretty stark. Will it really serve the people who need it, or just the wealthy few who live in those gleaming new compounds?
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It's all about the image abroad, not serving the ummah. Where's the Islamic principle of taking care of the needy?
It's always like this in our countries. Build something beautiful but only the elite can use it. The rest of us keep squeezing into microbuses. May Allah make it accessible for everyone.
Saw a video of the station in Riyadh. Looks amazing, mashallah. But if a simple trip costs a day's wage, then it's just a tourist attraction.
The government shows off shiny projects, but forgets we need working class transport. I work 12 hours and still have to walk 40 minutes because the bus doesn't come.
This reminds me of that new tram in my city. Only goes through the rich neighborhood. The rest of the tracks are 'under construction' for years. InshaAllah it reaches us one day.
Bro, I was thinking the same. These fancy stations look like something from Dubai, but the ticket prices are insane. My cousin works construction and he can't afford it. What's the point?
In Istanbul, the metro is decent and affordable. Why can't other cities do the same? It's not rocket science. Just stop stealing from the budget.
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