The Punjab government has announced plans to operate e-bus from Gujar Khan to T-Chowk, linking the area with Islamabad through an expanded e-bus network. The service is expected to begin next month, with 15 electric buses allocated for the route. Regional Transport Authority (RTA) Secretary Asad Shirazi said the route from Gujar Khan to T-Chowk […]
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Karachi set to become Pakistan most modern city: Sharjeel Memon
Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Tuesday said Karachi was on track to become the most modern and developed city in Pakistan, as the provincial government prioritises large-scale urban development across multiple sectors. He said sustained investment and strict oversight were driving visible progress in the metropolis. Read More: Karachi needs to be developed into […]
Pakistan’s transport strike resolved under PM, CM guidance
The nationwide transport strike in Pakistan has ended following guidance from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, senior Punjab minister Maryam Aurangzeb said. She thanked all participants, including transporters, for their cooperation, which helped resolve the issue amicably. In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), Aurangzeb said negotiations with transporters successfully […]
Sindh CM orders fast-track completion of Karachi BRT projects
KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Sunday inspected the long-delayed Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Red Line projects from Malir Cantonment to Numaish and directed authorities to expedite the pace of work. The inspection was part of a broader citywide visit to review major development and transport infrastructure schemes. Read More: Work resumes […]
Green Line phase 2 set to resume in Karachi
KARACHI: Work on the second phase of the Green Line project is set to resume after officials from the Pakistan Infrastructure Development Company Limited (PIDCL) met Mayor Murtaza Wahab on Friday to address key concerns raised by the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC). The meeting included PIDCL representatives and federal government spokesperson for Sindh affairs Barrister […]
Work resumes on Karachi’s Red Line BRT but timeline still uncertain
KARACHI: Construction work on the long-delayed Red Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project has resumed after nearly two months of suspension, following the intervention of the Sindh chief minister. However, despite renewed assurances, no clear timeline for completion has been shared, leaving thousands of daily commuters along University Road to continue facing severe inconvenience. The […]
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz launches Phase I of Rawalpindi green electric bus service
RAWALPINDI: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz inaugurated Phase I of the green electric bus service in Rawalpindi on Wednesday, unveiling a fleet of 45 buses operating on four key routes across the city. The new e-buses come equipped with air-conditioning, CCTV cameras, free Wi-Fi, and mobile charging ports. The fare is set at Rs20 per […]
Rawalpindi to launch electric bus service on 10 routes
RAWALPINDI: The district administration of Rawalpindi is set to launch the first phase of its electric bus service next week, with Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz expected to inaugurate the eco-friendly transport system. A total of 80 buses will operate across 10 routes, with 45 buses ready for deployment in the initial phase. Temporary charging […]
Maryam Nawaz unveils 100 modern electric buses for Punjab
Punjab is set to see a major upgrade in public transport with 100 new electric buses arriving soon. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced these buses have been shipped from Shanghai and will reach Punjab in the coming weeks. She promised that by December, every district in the province will have access to these modern […]
Islamabad’s new electric trams coming soon
Islamabad’s Capital Development Authority (CDA) plans to introduce electric tram buses to improve public transport in the city. CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa led the meeting that focused on bringing modern and eco-friendly transit solutions. The trams will run on busy routes and feature multiple compartments for more passengers. They will also be designed to […]