KARACHI: Pakistan Peoples’ Party led Sindh government waived off fares of Pink Bus Service, launched specifically for women, for next two months.

Announcement was made by Sindh Minister for Transport Sharjeel Memon during launching ceremony of two new routes, R3 and R9, for women-exclusive service.

R3 route starts from North Karachi Chowrangi to Korangi Nasir Jump while R9 connects Gulshan-e-Hadid to Tower, promising enhanced connectivity and accessibility for women across diverse locales of metropolis.

During ceremony, Sharjeel Memon announced to make pink bus service free of charge for next two months. He said that government has fulfilled all promises made with public.

Faryal Talpur who was chief guest lauded concerted efforts of Sindh Transport Minister, expressing gratitude for their unwavering commitment to advancing women’s welfare and mobility in Karachi.

Pink Bus Service is currently operating on R1 from Model Colony Malir to Tower via Shahrah-e-Faisal. Another R10 for Peoples Pink Bus Service (for women only) will start from Numaish Chowrangi via M.A Jinnah Road, Zaibunissa Street, Metropol, Do Talwar, Teen Talwar, Mazar e Abdullah Shah Ghazi, Dolman Mall and end at Sea view clock tower.

Published in The Daily National Courier, April, 23 2024

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