The Veda Bus Service, aimed at easing transportation between Nishtar Hospital-I and Nishtar Hospital phase-II, has officially launched in Multan.
The service was inaugurated by the Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) of South Punjab, Fawad Hashim Rabbani, who also traveled on the bus to experience the service firsthand.
Joining him on the inaugural journey were Secretary Services South Punjab, Engineer Amjad Shoaib Khan Tareen, Special Secretary Health Amanullah, Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Mehnaz Khakwani, Additional Secretary Muhammad Farooq Dogar, Deputy Secretary Abdul Saboor Thakur, and PMA Manager Muhammad Ilyas, along with other distinguished officials.
Speaking on the occasion, the Additional Chief Secretary said that the government is dedicated to providing high-quality public transportation options for citizens. He said that providing convenient and reliable travel options is a priority of the government and an upgraded transport system will encourage more people to use public transit instead of private vehicles, decreasing traffic.
He highlighted that the government is actively working on enhancing transport systems and road infrastructure across urban centers, adding that soon, electric buses will be introduced on Multan’s roads, offering an even more sustainable travel option for residents.
“The launch of the Veda Bus Service between Nishtar hospitals will significantly reduce travel time and enhance convenience for the public.
The service is part of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s vision to improve public facilities across the region”, he said. In the coming months, the Veda Bus Service is also expected to extend to new routes, furthering accessibility and convenience for the citizens of Multan, the ACS added.
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