Minister vows to solve transporters' problems

LAHORE:

Punjab Transport Minister Bilal Akbar Khan has assured goods transporters that their problems would be solved promptly.

Representatives of a transport association called on the minister on Monday and discussed concerns of goods transporters.

Provincial Transport Secretary Ahmed Javed Qazi and other officials also attended the meeting that focused on the issues presented by the association in a charter of demands, highlighting the difficulties faced by mini-truck goods transporters.

The minister directed the transport secretary and the Provincial Transport Authority (PTA) secretary to immediately take necessary actions to address the issues.

Emphasising the vital role of transporters in sustaining national development, he stated that the government was committed to resolving their challenges within the framework of the law.

He also warned against any unjust treatment by officials, promising strict action against those who unnecessarily penalise or halt vehicles.