CM orders transport fare reduction

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has ordered steps to reduce transport fares in the province after a decrease in diesel prices.

"Reduction in transport fares is a right of people; their exploitation will not be allowed," she stated.

She also directed the relevant authorities to prominently display the reduced fares.

The chief minister directed the district administrations and transport department to take action against transporters who do not comply with the fare announced by the government across the province.

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz arrived at Handa Airport in Tokyo, where her delegation was welcomed by Japanese government officials, diplomats and Pakistan's Ambassador Abdul Hameed.