Transporters observe strike throughout Karachi

Transporters and the Oil Tankers Association are observing a strike to protest the increase in petroleum prices.

Transporters and the All Pakistan Oil Tankers Association are observing a strike to protest the increase in petroleum prices in Karachi.

Large number of people could be seen lined up at bus stops across the city.

The All Pakistan Transport Owners Federation also announced to raise fares across the country.

General Secretary Arshad Niazi said inter-city bus fares have been hiked after the government's decision to increase petroleum prices.

The transporters in Karachi threatened to continue the strike until the government meets their demands.

Meanwhile, transporters in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa also announced an increase of about 10 per cent in bus fares.