Transport fares increase by 40% after increase in petroleum prices

After the prices of petroleum products crossed the Rs 400 per liter mark and reached Rs 403, there has been a significant increase in fares in the transport sector. In just three days, goods transporters have increased fares by up to 40 percent, which is also affecting the prices of food items, vegetables and fruits.

Big increase in container fares from Karachi to Peshawar

After diesel became expensive, the fare of containers from Karachi to Peshawar has crossed Rs 900,000. Goods transporters have increased fares by up to 40 percent in three days.

An increase in fares has also been seen in the passenger transport sector. Stop-to-stop fares have increased by up to Rs 60, while inter-district and local transporters have increased fares by up to 27 percent.

Impact of expensive delivery on essential commodities

Due to the rising cost of transport, the prices of vegetables and fruits have also increased, making it more difficult for ordinary citizens to buy daily necessities.

On the other hand, after the price of petrol reached Rs 376 per liter, a large number of citizens have started using motorcycles instead of cars. As a result of this trend, a 22 percent increase was recorded in the sale of motorcycles on installments.

Employees demand immediate relief

Leaders of the All Pakistan Clerks Association, Punjab Teachers Union and Bar Association have strongly protested against the current situation. These leaders have demanded immediate relief for government employees from Grade 1 to 16.

Preparation of new fare in Rawalpindi

Secretary Regional Transport Authority Rawalpindi has called a meeting of transporters on Monday, taking notice of the increasing fares. The meeting will consider fixing a new fare.

The authority has also ordered strict action against transporters who arbitrarily increase fares.