The Sindh transport subsidy programme will help keep public fares affordable while the provincial government rolls out financial support for small farmers facing higher diesel costs. Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah announced the measures during a review meeting on transport relief and agricultural assistance.
Senior ministers, top provincial officials, and the Karachi mayor met to assess how quickly they can implement the support measures across Sindh.
Murad Ali Shah said the subsidy plan aims to shield commuters and key economic sectors from the impact of rising global fuel prices. He stressed that fare increases hit low-income groups the hardest and said the government does not want that burden passed on to the public.
Under the plan, transport operators will receive financial support based on vehicle type and route, provided they do not increase fares. The provincial and federal governments will jointly bear the subsidy cost.
Sindh’s transport network comprises more than 10,800 vehicles operating on 224 routes and serving around 1.9 million passengers each day. The monthly subsidy is estimated at about Rs 2.15 billion.
The government plans to use a digital, app-based system to disburse the subsidy and improve oversight. Officials will verify route permits, vehicle fitness and bank account details before making direct payments.
Authorities will also monitor the scheme through inspections and passenger feedback. The government says this process will strengthen transparency and accountability while keeping transport services running smoothly.
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Alongside commuter relief, the chief minister approved a Rs 3 billion subsidy for small farmers across Sindh. The assistance will benefit 366,000 growers and help them manage rising diesel costs during the wheat harvesting season.
Farmers who own between 1 and 25 acres of land will qualify for direct support. Murad Ali Shah said small farmers remain central to the rural economy and directed departments to begin distribution immediately.
The chief minister told all relevant departments to speed up the subsidy process and improve coordination. He said timely implementation is essential to protect commuters, support growers and reduce pressure from rising fuel prices.
The measures reflect a broader effort by the Sindh government to stabilise daily life for urban passengers and rural communities at the same time
