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Shifting of bus terminals outside Karachi to continue, says Sharjeel

By Our Correspondent
September 08, 2024
Information and Transport Minister of Sindh Sharjeel Inam Memon addressing to journalists in a press briefing regarding the elimination of illegal bus stands from Karachi city and free shuttle service for the public image released on September 7, 2024. — Facebook/@sindhinfodepart
Information and Transport Minister of Sindh Sharjeel Inam Memon addressing to journalists in a press briefing regarding the elimination of illegal bus stands from Karachi city and free shuttle service for the public image released on September 7, 2024. — Facebook/@sindhinfodepart

Sindh Senior Minister for Information and Transport Sharjeel Inam Memon has stated that despite the provision of a free shuttle service to a new terminal in Karachi, some bus operators have filed cases on false and fabricated grounds. He said some operators were resisting legal action or pursuing personal interests, attempting to pressure public office

holders.

Officials said Memon has made it clear that the shifting of terminals would be ensured under all circumstances.

He stated that the purpose of shifting the terminals outside the city of Karachi was to eliminate illegal bus stands from roads of the city. The transport department was committed to upholding the rule of law and complying with court orders, he said.

The transport minister stated that the establishment of bus terminals outside the city limits was in accordance with court orders. All stakeholders should respect the law, he said, adding that the Sindh government was aware of the challenges being faced by the transporters and aimed to resolve the sufferings of the citizens without adversely affecting the transporters' businesses. He clarified that negotiations with the transporters would continue.