Karachi Restarts Double-Decker Bus Service After Nearly 50 Years

Karachi has brought back its double-decker bus service after almost five decades. The new buses will run from Model Colony to Zainab Market along  Shahrah-e-Faisal, covering a 22-kilometre route.

Fares are set between Rs80 and Rs120.

The service was officially launched on Wednesday by Sindh ministers Sharjeel Inam Memon and Nasir Shah. Initially, the buses will operate on a trial basis before starting regular services.

Sharjeel Memon said the government has fulfilled its promise to improve public transport in Karachi. He added that the double-decker buses will offer safe and comfortable travel for passengers and are expected to reduce traffic congestion.

A total of 39 new buses have been imported from China, including five double-decker buses and 34 electric buses, costing Rs3 billion.

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The government plans to introduce similar buses in other cities across Sindh to improve commuter experience and ease city traffic.