LAHORE: Following the comprehensive national savings and austerity program initiated by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced a major relief package across the province in response to the ongoing global economic crisis.
As part of this initiative, public transport services in all cities of Punjab have been made completely free for one month, including the Lahore Orange Line Metro Train, Metro Bus Service, Speedo Bus and Green Electric Buses, allowing citizens to travel without purchasing tickets.
In addition, Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced financial support measures for the agriculture sector, farmers and food security. A subsidy of Rs. 100 per litre of diesel per acre will be provided to farmers, while motorcycle owners will also receive relief, with a subsidy of Rs 100 per litre on up to 20 litres of fuel, amounting to Rs. 2000 per month for each registered bike owner.
The CM paid tribute to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for maintaining petroleum product prices and supply for one month despite global challenges, stating that billions of rupees in relief have been provided to protect citizens from economic hardship. She emphasized that Pakistan, due to its reliance on imported oil, is more vulnerable to the effects of global conflict and economic instability.
Appealing to the public, Maryam Nawaz Sharif urged citizens to prefer public transport over private vehicles during these extraordinary circumstances. She reaffirmed the government’s commitment to easing the economic burden on the people and assured that further relief would be provided as conditions improve.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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