{
  "id": 5672296,
  "title": "Sharjeel reviews plans to expand public transport services",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/sharjeel-reviews-plans-to-expand-public-transport-services",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-04T23:59:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40438041/sharjeel-reviews-plans-to-expand-public-transport-services"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Karachi, Sindh's Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon convened a meeting on Friday to discuss plans for expanding public transport services in the province. The meeting, chaired by Memon who oversees Information, Transport, and Mass Transit, brought together key officials including Sindh Secretary Transport Asad Zamin, Trans Karachi's CEO Zubair Channa, Sindh Mass Transit Authority's Managing Director Behzad Memon, and other representatives.\n\nDuring the discussion, officials provided updates on the operation of the Peoples Bus Service, which is set to expand to new cities. It was noted that the Qambar-Shahdadkot to Larkana route, currently in operation, will soon see additional buses reaching Larkana. Furthermore, preparations for the launch of double-decker buses were underway, with Memon emphasizing the need to finalize these arrangements promptly.\n\nThe meeting also addressed the development of an electric taxi service and discussed strategies for its launch. Memon announced that the provincial government would distribute pink electric scooters to women in Mirpurkhas on September 5, 2026, as part of an initiative to empower women and enhance their access to essential services.\n\nIn terms of broader transport policy, Memon highlighted that the Sindh government was actively pursuing measures to create a modern, safe, and environmentally friendly public transport system. He underscored the importance of expanding the Peoples Bus Service, promoting electric transport options, and advancing major Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects. Coordination among relevant institutions was deemed crucial to prevent delays in these initiatives. The meeting concluded with Memon reaffirming the government's commitment to practical steps in developing a comprehensive and sustainable public transport infrastructure in the province.",
  "summary": "KARACHI: Sindh’s Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on Friday reviewed plans to expand public transport services in the province, including the Peoples Bus Service, electric taxis, double-decker buses and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects. Chaired by Sharjeel Memon - holding portfolios of Information, Transport and Mass Transit - was attended by Sindh Secretary Transport Asad Zamin, Trans…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": "The expansion of public transport services in Sindh province, including electric taxi and bus services, marks a shift towards a modern, safe, and environmentally friendly transport system, empowering women and enhancing access to essential services.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}