By The Transport Department has officially announced a reduction of up to 5% in public transport fares across major routes in Pakistan. The move follows the recent cut of Rs. 12.84 per litre in high-speed diesel (HSD) prices, announced by the Finance Division for the upcoming fortnight.
New Fare Structure Across Major Routes
The revised fares, already in effect, are designed to pass on the benefits of lower diesel prices to commuters. Key reductions include:
- Lahore to Sargodha: Reduced by Rs. 50, now Rs. 1,060.
- Lahore to Islamabad: Reduced by Rs. 100, now Rs. 1,950.
- Lahore to Peshawar: Reduced by Rs. 120.
- Lahore to Rahim Yar Khan: Reduced by Rs. 140.
- Lahore to Hyderabad: Reduced by Rs. 300.
- Lahore to Karachi: Reduced by Rs. 320.
According to officials, the fare reductions range between Rs. 50 and Rs. 320, depending on the distance.
Direct Link to Diesel Price Drop
The fare adjustments come in response to the Finance Division’s recent fuel price notification. While petrol prices remain unchanged at Rs. 264.61 per litre, high-speed diesel dropped significantly from Rs. 285.83 to Rs. 272.99 per litre, easing operational costs for transporters.
Rana Mohsin, Secretary of the Regional Transport Authority Lahore, confirmed that the fare reduction is a direct reflection of the fuel price cut, ensuring that the benefits reach passengers without delay.
Relief for Daily Commuters
The reduction in transport fares is expected to:
- Provide financial relief to long-distance travelers.
- Lower the cost burden on students, workers, and frequent intercity passengers.
- Ease inflationary pressure by reducing overall transportation costs.
A Step Toward Fair Pricing
Authorities emphasized that transporters have been directed to strictly implement the new fares, with monitoring mechanisms in place to prevent overcharging.
This move demonstrates the government’s effort to ensure that reductions in international oil prices and domestic diesel rates translate into direct economic relief for the public.
