Key Takeaways
- Sindh government launches new Peoples Bus Service route linking Larkana, Qambar and Shahdadkot.
- The new route aims to provide reliable and affordable transport for residents of the three urban centres.
- Government plans to expand public transport services beyond Karachi to improve citizen access.
The Sindh government has launched a new Peoples Bus Service route connecting Larkana, Qambar and Shahdadkot, aiming to enhance public transport connectivity in the region.
Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, who oversees Information, Transport and Mass Transit, announced the initiative during a meeting of the Transport and Mass Transit Department.
The new route is expected to offer a more modern and affordable transport option for residents of these areas, strengthening the link between the three important urban centres.
Memon directed the concerned authorities to ensure that all essential passenger facilities are in place when the service commences, emphasizing the government's commitment to providing safe and comfortable public transport.
The meeting also reviewed the progress of the Green Line and Orange Line BRT services, noting that the Green Line has seen 88,000 passengers, while the Orange Line carries over 11,000 passengers daily.
Inam Memon also announced that Pink Scooties would soon be distributed to eligible women in Mirpurkhas, highlighting the government's priority on improving women’s mobility.
The initiative aims to provide women with greater access to safe and convenient transportation, in line with the government's broader policy of expanding public transport services.
Officials briefed the meeting on route planning for additional double-decker and electric buses, with the goal of finalizing routes and completing necessary preparations to introduce these new services as soon as possible.
Transport Secretary Asad Zamin, Sindh Mass Transit Authority Managing Director Behzad Memon, and other senior officials attended the meeting to discuss these plans.
