The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government’s special committee has proposed extending the Peshawar Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service to Khyber and Warsak roads. This decision was made during a meeting chaired by Excise Minister Khaliqur Rehman and Peshawar Division Commissioner Riaz Khan Mehsud, aimed at tackling the worsening traffic issues in the provincial capital.
The committee further recommended extending the BRT service from Ring Road to Kohat Road via GT Road. These expansions, once approved by the provincial government, are expected to alleviate traffic congestion along these critical routes and reduce the strain on nearby roads.
If implemented, the proposed extensions could play a vital role in improving Peshawar’s traffic flow and enhancing urban mobility for residents.
The KP Transport Department recently announced the digitization of its driving license issuance system to make the process more efficient and eliminate inefficiencies. As part of this initiative, a mobile application called “Dastak” will enable individuals to apply for driving licenses online, removing the need for intermediaries and addressing issues such as fake licenses and fraudulent medical certifications.
Special provisions will be made to offer concessions for overseas Pakistanis. This effort is part of a broader plan under a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed with the KP Information Technology Board (KPITB) to modernize the department’s operations.
The digitization of the entire transport department is expected to be completed within 18 months, with the driving license system operational in just four months. Officials emphasized that this initiative will enhance public service delivery and significantly boost revenue for the province.