Peshawar’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system is expanding its network with the launch of a new route along Ring Road, taking the total number of routes to 20.
TransPeshawar has officially announced the launch of route DR-17, which will begin operations on Monday, November 16, to provide commuters with improved transport facilities between the city’s suburban and busy areas.
According to details released by TransPeshawar, the new route will connect Chamkani to Mall of Hayatabad via Southern Ring Road, covering a total of 27 stops. Initially, 15 modern buses will operate on the route to facilitate passengers.
Under the announced schedule, the first bus will depart from Chamkani at 7am, while services from Mall of Hayatabad will begin at 8:20am. The service will operate daily until 7pm.
With the addition of DR-17, the total number of routes operated under the Zu Peshawar network will increase to 20, marking another step in the expansion of the city’s public transport system.
TransPeshawar officials said the new route would particularly benefit residents living along Ring Road, students travelling to educational institutions and working professionals who commute daily. The service is expected to make journeys more convenient and reduce travel time.
The authority reaffirmed its commitment to expanding public transport facilities in response to the growing commuting needs of Peshawar’s residents.
