ISLAMABAD :In a significant stride towards urban modernization, the Balochistan government has sealed a crucial financial agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to conduct a feasibility study for a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in Quetta. The move marks a major milestone in Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti’s vision to establish a modern, safe, and quality transport network across the province.
The Project Readiness Financing Agreement was formally signed at a ceremony held at the Economic Affairs Division in Islamabad on December 5, 2025. Secretary of the Balochistan Transport Department, Hayat Kakar, represented the provincial government, signing the pact that will fund the comprehensive technical study essential for the Quetta BRT project. The event was attended by Director of the Balochistan Traffic Engineering Bureau Dr. Sajjad Baloch, officials from the Economic Affairs Division, and other relevant authorities.
This agreement is the first concrete step toward introducing an efficient, modern public transport system in the provincial capital. Officials state that the envisioned BRT system promises to revolutionize Quetta’s urban landscape by significantly reducing traffic congestion, improving public amenities, and fostering sustainable urban development. The project aligns with broader goals of enhancing connectivity and economic mobility for the city’s residents.
The signing follows the provincial cabinet’s prior approval of the agreement in its meeting on October 16, 2025, transitioning the project from planning to its initial practical phase. This collaboration with an international financial institution underscores a committed push to transform Balochistan’s infrastructure and public service delivery.
Meanwhile in a a high-level parliamentary committee convened on Friday to scrutinize Balochistan’s development blueprint, with Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti chairing the session. The committee, comprising nominated members from government and allied parties, conducted a comprehensive review of ongoing projects under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP) and deliberated on proposals for the upcoming fiscal year’s development agenda
