In a bid to address Karachi’s transportation challenges, the Sindh government, under the leadership of Transport Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, has rolled out additional routes for the People’s Bus Service in the city.
During a meeting attended by elected MPAs from Karachi, the deputy mayor, and other key officials, the decision was made to introduce new routes in Malir, Kemari, Lyari, and District West, with one of the prominent additions being a route from Numaish to Hawkes Bay.
Sharjeel Memon reaffirmed the government’s commitment to enhancing public transport facilities for the city’s residents. Earlier discussions in the transport department meeting also covered plans for various Bus Rapid Transits (BRTs), traffic signal upgrades, bus terminal reconstructions, and the implementation of a dedicated U-turn for the People’s Bus Service.
Last month marked a significant milestone with the launch of the Automated Fare Collection System for the People’s Bus Service. The ceremony, hosted by the Sindh transport department at a local hotel, showcased the prepaid card’s advanced features, including contactless payment options, reloadable balances, and seamless compatibility with multiple transit systems. Initially, this system has been integrated into buses operating from Model Colony to Tower and from Gulshan-i-Hadeed to Tower.
The unveiling of these new routes and the introduction of modern fare collection systems are part of the government’s ongoing efforts to improve Karachi’s public transportation infrastructure, ensuring greater convenience and efficiency for commuters across the city.
