Sindh Government Freezes Transport Fares With Fuel Subsidy

KARACHI: (Web Desk) – In Karachi, Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah announced that transport fares across Sindh will remain unchanged, as the government steps in with fuel subsidies to ease pressure on both transporters and passengers.

Speaking at a press conference held at the Chief Minister House, he stated that commuters using minibuses, buses, coasters, and Suzuki vans operating on route permits will continue to receive relief, despite rising fuel costs. The provincial government has decided to absorb the additional diesel expenses, particularly for intercity transport services.

Murad Ali Shah highlighted that transporters are fully cooperating with the government to ensure that the financial benefit is passed on to the public. He shared that a subsidy of Rs. 100,000 per bus is being provided through the federal government, while the Sindh government is prepared to offer further assistance if fuel prices increase again, preventing any fare hikes.

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Earlier, a high-level meeting chaired by the chief minister brought together provincial ministers and senior officials to review strategies aimed at reducing the economic impact of rising petroleum prices.

During the meeting, various relief measures were discussed, focusing on minimizing the burden on citizens already facing inflation. The chief minister stressed that the government’s priority is to protect the public from additional financial strain.

He also urged citizens to adopt responsible consumption habits, encouraging them to conserve electricity, gas, and fuel during the ongoing economic challenges.