Compared to Rs3 billion in the previous financial year, the subsidy has been raised to Rs7.3 billion this year
RAWALPINDI:
The Federal Budget 2026-27 has brought great relief to the residents of Rawalpindi and Islamabad in the public transport sector with a significant increase in subsidy for Metro Bus and Green Electric Bus services.
Public transport funding in the twin cities has been significantly increased in the 2026-27 federal budget.
Compared to Rs3 billion in the previous financial year, the subsidy has been raised to Rs7.3 billion for the new financial year.
The subsidy will apply to both the Metrobus service and the Green Electric Bus service, enabling further improvement in the range of affordable and quality transport facilities for commuters.
The Metrobus service between Rawalpindi and Islamabad has been operating successfully since 2014 and is used by millions of passengers daily.
According to officials, a plan to operate green electric buses on another 20 sectors and routes in the twin cities has also been included in the new financial 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.
