QUETTA: The 21 buses bought from China for Quetta and Turbat have reached Karachi. According to the details, 21 one pink and green buses bought from China for Quetta and Turbat have reached at the Karachi port.
The buses were bought at the cost of 810 million rupees.
The shipment of the 21 brand new buses has reached at the Karachi port.
The provincial government had paid 810 million rupees to the Chinese company for the buses.
The transport department of Balochistan has said that out of the 21 buses, four buses in Turbtat and 17 buses in Quetta will be run under the public partnership.
The four pink buses will be reserved for the women. In Quetta, 8 green buses are already run from Balochistan university to Buleli.
The transport department of Balochistan has confirmed that until the arrival of the new buses, the green buses will be run from Sariab Custom to Buleli.
It is worth mentioning that Balochistan’s transport infrastructure plays a crucial role in connecting the province’s vast and rugged landscape with the rest of Pakistan.
Despite being the largest province by area, it has long faced challenges of limited road networks, poor connectivity, and inadequate maintenance.
However, recent developments under projects like the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) have significantly improved road and highway construction, linking Gwadar Port with major cities such as Quetta and Karachi.
The expansion of highways like the N-25 and M-8 has enhanced trade and logistics, supporting regional and international connectivity.
Railway and airport upgrades are also under consideration to promote passenger and cargo movement.
Improved transport infrastructure not only facilitates economic activity and access to markets but also promotes tourism and social integration.
Continued investment, efficient maintenance, and security measures are essential to ensure that Balochistan’s transport system contributes effectively to the provinces and Pakistan’s long-term development goals.
