RAWALPINDI (Dunya News) – A reduction in petrol and diesel prices has led to a notable decrease in transport fares across Rawalpindi, as authorities move to pass on fuel cost relief to the public.
The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Syed Asad Abbas, Secretary of the Regional Transport Authority (RTA), where transporters and officials agreed on revised fare structures following the recent fuel price cuts announced by the federal government.
According to the Regional Transport Authority, fares for vehicles operating on diesel have been reduced by 15 percent, reflecting the sharp decline in diesel prices. Vehicles running on petrol will see a 5 percent reduction in fares.
In a further development, goods transport fares have been reduced by up to 26 percent, marking one of the most significant adjustments in logistics costs in recent months. The move is expected to impact the cost of transporting essential goods and commodities across the region.
Officials said all transport unions and stakeholders have assured full implementation of the revised fare structure. The reductions are expected to be enforced across public transport services as well as goods carriers operating within the Rawalpindi region.
The RTA noted that the fare cuts are directly linked to the recent drop in fuel prices, which has lowered operating costs for transporters. Authorities emphasised that the reductions aim to ensure that the financial benefit is transferred to commuters and businesses.
Syed Asad Abbas stated that the decrease in public and goods transport fares is also likely to contribute to easing inflationary pressure, particularly by reducing the cost of goods movement and daily commuting expenses.
The development follows the federal government’s announcement of a sharp reduction in fuel prices, which has triggered adjustments across multiple sectors, with transport being among the first to reflect the change in operational costs.