Transport fares in Pakistan drop after petroleum price cut, with public transport fares reduced nationwide.

Following a sharp decline in petroleum prices, transport operators across Pakistan have announced significant reductions in fares, passing on the relief to the public through lower travel costs on intercity and local routes.

Transport association announces 15% reduction

The Pakistan Goods Transport Association confirmed a 15 percent reduction in freight charges after fuel prices were revised downward.

Lahore RTA holds emergency meeting

In Lahore, the Regional Transport Authority held an emergency meeting with transporters, where it was mutually agreed to implement new fare structures immediately under the supervision of Secretary RTA Lahore Rana Mohsin. Officials warned that strict action would be taken against any violation of the revised rates, while transport companies have already begun updating fare lists.

Major intercity routes see significant cuts

Major intercity routes have seen notable reductions in fares across the country.

Karachi business class fares reduced from Rs 10,450 to Rs 8,550

Karachi economy class fares reduced from Rs 8,450 to Rs 7,000

Abbottabad fare reduced from Rs 3,400 to Rs 2,800

Bahawalnagar fare reduced from Rs 2,350 to Rs 1,950

Faisalabad fare reduced from Rs 1,085 to Rs 900

Dera Ghazi Khan fare reduced from Rs 2,600 to Rs 2,130

Hafizabad fare reduced from Rs 2,200 to Rs 1,800

Larkana fare reduced from Rs 8,450 to Rs 6,930

New fares implemented immediately

Authorities stated that the revised fare structure is effective immediately, and transport companies across the country have begun implementing the new pricing system to ensure public relief is fully delivered.