Public transport services in Karachi are set to resume on Monday after transport operators called off a three-day strike following successful negotiations with city authorities.
The decision was announced by the Karachi Transport Ittehad (KTI) after a meeting with the Karachi commissioner, during which a number of issues affecting the transport sector were discussed.
According to transport representatives, the talks resulted in agreements on several pending demands, paving the way for the restoration of normal transport operations across the city.
One of the key concerns raised by transporters was the biometric verification requirement linked to vehicle transfer procedures. Officials agreed to grant a two-month extension, providing temporary relief to operators who had struggled to meet the compliance requirements.
Authorities also assured transporters that concerns surrounding a Rs12,000 payment related to third-party insurance would be addressed. Union representatives said the government’s assurances played a significant role in their decision to end the strike.
Both sides agreed to meet again in 15 days to review progress on the issues discussed and assess the implementation of agreed measures. Officials said continued engagement would be important to resolving long-standing concerns within the transport sector.
The Karachi Transport Ittehad is expected to hold consultations with its affiliated organisations in the coming days to evaluate the outcome of the talks and determine future steps.
The strike had caused widespread disruption across Pakistan’s largest city, with thousands of commuters facing difficulties travelling to work, schools and universities.
Authorities welcomed the end of the strike and expressed hope that future disputes would be resolved through dialogue, allowing transport services to continue without interruption.
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