In an announcement that could spell relief for commuters and freight customers, Caretaker Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Murtaza Solangi, has called on transporters to lower their fares and freight charges. This move comes in response to the government’s substantial reduction in petroleum product prices.
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, Minister Solangi revealed that the government has taken significant steps by reducing petrol and diesel prices by Rs 40 and Rs 15, respectively.
جیسے ہی نگران حکومت کیلیے ممکن ہوا تو پیٹرول چالیس روپے اور ڈیزل پندرہ روپے سستہ کر دیا گیا۔ جب جب ان قیمتوں میں اضافہ ہوا، ٹرانسپورٹ کے شعبے نے مال برداری اور کرایوں میں اضافہ کیا۔ اب ان پر لازم ہے کہ ان میں کمی کی جائے اور عوام کو رلیف دیا جائے۔ صوبائی اور ضلعی انتظامیہ کو اس…— Murtaza Solangi (@murtazasolangi) October 15, 2023
Historically, whenever the prices of these essential products surged, the transport sector promptly raised their freight charges and transportation fares, placing additional financial burdens on the public. However, the tables have now turned, as Minister Solangi asserts that it is the responsibility of transporters to provide much-needed relief to the masses by decreasing these charges.
The minister also called upon provincial and district administrations to play a proactive role in ensuring the benefits of these price reductions are passed on to the public, further cementing the government’s commitment to improving the financial well-being of its citizens.
This announcement signals a positive development in the realm of transportation economics and aims to alleviate the financial strain on the people of the nation. As the government continues to make strides in decreasing fuel prices, it is anticipated that this action will have a cascading effect on the cost of commuting and transporting goods, ultimately contributing to a more cost-effective and efficient transport system for all.