{"id":67135,"date":"2024-03-04T03:39:56","date_gmt":"2024-03-04T03:39:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/south-punjabs-biggest-bus-stand-in-a-shambles-the-express-tribune\/"},"modified":"2024-03-04T03:39:56","modified_gmt":"2024-03-04T03:39:56","slug":"south-punjabs-biggest-bus-stand-in-a-shambles-the-express-tribune","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/south-punjabs-biggest-bus-stand-in-a-shambles-the-express-tribune\/","title":{"rendered":"South Punjab\u2019s biggest bus stand in a shambles | The Express Tribune"},"content":{"rendered":"
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South Punjab’s largest bus stand in Multan, a crucial transportation hub linking the region to the rest of the country, is facing challenges stemming from inadequate infrastructure and poor operations.<\/span><\/p>\n

A local traveller, Kamran Sial, expressed dismay over the deteriorating facilities at the bus stand.<\/span><\/p>\n

He said the passengers faced many problems due to encroachment by owners of temporary stalls and carts. <\/span><\/p>\n

A citizen said the station’s cleanliness has worsened, with litter and debris scattered across the premises, raising concerns about hygiene and public health. <\/span><\/p>\n

He also complained of noise pollution caused by honking vehicles and bustling crowds.<\/span><\/p>\n

Another resident stated that the dilapidated roads exacerbated the problems, posing risks to both pedestrians and vehicles. <\/span><\/p>\n

One passenger recounted incidents of swindlers preying on passengers and drugging them with edibles. <\/span><\/p>\n

The transport system itself ads to the nuisance, with buses and vans operating well beyond their seating capacity, risking the safety and comfort of passengers. <\/span><\/p>\n

The citizens also expressed concerns over a trend of overcharging and profiteering by the transport owners. <\/span><\/p>\n

They said they had not witnessed improvement in the conditions despite rising public complaints.<\/span><\/p>\n

In response, official sources said efforts would be made to rectify the situation at the Multan Bus Stand. <\/span><\/p>\n

They said plans for infrastructure upgrade and enhanced security measures had been outlined to restore order and efficiency at the transportation hub. <\/span><\/p>\n

An official said Deputy Commissioner Rizwan Qadeer had visited the bus stand and stated that every possible facility would be provided to citizens. He said the bus stand would be made a model transport facility.<\/span><\/p>\n

The DC also expressed annoyance over the poor cleanliness arrangements. <\/span><\/p>\n

He hinted at taking strict action against illegal wagon stands operating at the site, an official added. <\/span><\/p>\n

Transport owners, on the other hand, defended their pricing policies, citing the impact of inflation and rising operational costs on transportation.<\/p>\n

Published in The Express Tribune, March 3rd<\/sup>, 2024.<\/p>\n

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MULTAN: South Punjab’s largest bus stand in Multan, a crucial transportation hub linking the region to the rest of the country, is facing challenges stemming from inadequate infrastructure and poor operations. A local traveller, Kamran Sial, expressed dismay over the deteriorating facilities at the bus stand. 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