Islamabad – Following a sharp increase in petroleum prices, Pakistan’s Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb announced a targeted subsidy program to provide relief to vulnerable groups.
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Under the plan, motorcyclists will receive a subsidy of Rs100 per litre on up to 20 litres of petrol per month. The measure is intended to directly assist low-income individuals who rely on motorcycles for daily transport.
While the government announced an increase in oil prices, Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb unveiled subsidies to ease the pressure of rising energy prices on citizens. For motorcycles (two-wheelers), a subsidy of Rs100 per litre has been announced, with… pic.twitter.com/UvKxDx67QJ
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The subsidy program also covers other sectors. Intercity public transport operators will receive Rs100 per litre on diesel, while truck and goods transport companies will be provided with Rs70,000 per month to help control the costs of distributing essential goods. Farmers are set to benefit as well, receiving Rs1,500 per acre to support agricultural production and offset rising fuel-related costs.
The finance minister explained that the government is moving away from universal subsidies and shifting toward targeted assistance to ensure that relief reaches those most in need. This step is part of a broader effort to manage the economic impact of rising global oil prices while providing support to the public.
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However, officials have yet to outline the exact mechanism for delivering the subsidy to motorcyclists. The government emphasized that despite rising international fuel prices, these measures aim to mitigate the burden on ordinary citizens as much as possible.