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Punjab free public transport service to end from This date
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- Add ARY News on Google AAResize LAHORE: The Punjab government on Friday announced the withdrawal of free public transport services across the province, with the decision taking effect from Saturday, June 13, 2026.
- Under the new directive, passengers will once again be required to purchase tickets for travel on the Orange Line Train, Metro Bus, Speedo Bus, and Green Electric Bus services.
- The free travel facility was initially announced for one month but was later extended.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize LAHORE: The Punjab government on Friday announced the withdrawal of free public transport services across the province, with the decision taking effect from Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Under the new directive, passengers will once again be required to purchase tickets for travel on the Orange Line Train, Metro Bus, Speedo Bus, and Green Electric Bus services.
The provincial government had introduced free public transport as part of a comprehensive relief package aimed at easing the financial burden on citizens amid rising fuel prices and the global economic uncertainty linked to the Iran conflict.
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