The federal budget for the fiscal year 2026-27 has brought significant relief for residents of Rawalpindi and Islamabad in the public transport sector, with a substantial increase in subsidies for the Metro Bus and Green Electric Bus services. The subsidy allocated for public transport in the twin cities has been raised from Rs3 billion in the previous fiscal year to Rs7.3 billion for the new financial year.
Increased Subsidy for Metro and Electric Buses
The additional subsidy will apply to both the Metro Bus Service and the Green Electric Bus Service, enabling further improvements in providing affordable and quality transport facilities to commuters. The Metro Bus Service between Rawalpindi and Islamabad has been operating successfully since 2014 and is used by millions of passengers daily.
Expansion of Green Electric Bus Routes
According to officials, a plan to operate Green Electric Buses on 20 additional sectors and routes in the twin cities has also been included in the new fiscal year. Public transport services have already been launched on 23 routes in Rawalpindi Division, while Green Electric Buses will be introduced on 20 more routes in phases.
This budget allocation reflects the government's commitment to enhancing public transportation infrastructure and promoting environmentally friendly electric buses, aiming to reduce traffic congestion and pollution in the region.
