KARACHI (Web Desk) – A major relief for millions of commuters came on Sunday as the Karachi Transport Alliance announced an end to its three-day strike following successful negotiations with the Karachi administration over key demands raised by transport operators._x000D_
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Public transport services across the city are expected to resume normal operations from Monday, bringing an end to disruptions that had affected daily commuters and businesses._x000D_
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The announcement came after an important meeting between representatives of the Karachi Transport Alliance and Commissioner Karachi, during which both sides discussed issues that had prompted transporters to suspend operations._x000D_
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According to sources, authorities accepted the transporters’ demand for a two-month extension regarding the biometric verification requirement linked to vehicle ownership transfers. The issue had been one of the main causes behind the strike._x000D_
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Officials also assured transporters that concerns over the payment of Rs12,000 in third-party insurance charges would be addressed, helping remove another major point of contention._x000D_
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During the meeting, both sides reviewed a range of transport-related matters and agreed to hold another session after 15 days to assess progress and discuss any remaining issues._x000D_
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Sources said the Karachi Transport Alliance would soon convene a consultative meeting with its member organizations to review the government’s assurances and determine future strategy._x000D_
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The end of the strike is expected to restore normalcy across Pakistan’s largest city, where thousands of people rely on buses, coaches and minibuses for daily travel.
