RAWALPINDI: The district administration on Thursday directed the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) to upgrade the Pirwadhai General Bus Stand on modern lines, utilising all available resources for this purpose.

Deputy Commissioner retired Captain Nadeem Nasir also directed the authority to examine cases of subletting of shops at the bus stand, which is in violation of original agreements.

He emphasised that such agreements should be reviewed and appropriate action taken in accordance with rules and regulations, with the aim of ensuring transparency in the administrative and financial affairs of the bus stand.

He also directed that in light of the launch of new electric buses, necessary arrangements, including those at the Pirwadhai General Bus Stand and other relevant transport hubs, must be made to ensure passengers’ convenience.

He was speaking in a meeting of the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) held on Thursday, which was attended by the RTA Secretary Asad Shirazi, the Additional Deputy Commissioner (Social Services), and other relevant officials. The meeting reviewed the upgradation of the Pirwadhai General Bus Stand in detail , the provision of modern amenities for passengers, administrative and financial matters, and the improvement of public transport within the city.

Published in Dawn, November 13th, 2026