KARACHI: Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has announced a new route of the women-only Pink Bus Service.

In a statement issued here on Saturday, he said that the route will become operational on Monday (tomorrow).

The route will run from Abdullah Chowk in Surjani Town to Numaish, and initially the service will operate at three specific timings for women — 8am to 9 am, 1pm to 2 pm, and 5pm to 7 pm.

Mr Memon said the service is exclusively for women, with comfort, safety and improved arrangements given priority.

He noted that women in a big city like Karachi face many challenges during their daily commute, and this initiative will help ease their burden.

He said the Sindh government wants women to go out and pursue their education, employment and personal matters with confidence.

The buses would be fitted with all security features, tracking systems, besides being provided with trained staff, he said, adding that the service would be extended to more areas in due course of time.

He said this move is a meaningful step towards the creation of a safer urban environment for women.

He said the Sindh government will continue to take practical measures in order to enhance facilities for women.

Published in Dawn, November 16th, 2025