I want to highlight the severe transport issues Karachi’s citizens face daily. For many, reaching their destination on time is a constant struggle. Local buses are overcrowded, with passengers forced to hang by the doors or sit on rooftops due to a lack of space. Pickpocketing is common, and safety is a major concern, especially for women, who often feel unsafe but have no choice.

The condition of these buses is alarming—old, poorly maintained, and lacking proper seating. Worse, they have no fixed schedules or designated stops. Drivers frequently stop abruptly or refuse to halt completely, forcing passengers to jump off, which has led to many accidents. The city’s broken roads and reckless driving only add to the danger.

The introduction of the Green Line service is a positive step, but it covers only specific routes, leaving many areas without access to safe transport. Even where available, these services are overcrowded during peak hours. With no proper link between the Green Line and local buses, commuters struggle even to reach the stations.

The authorities must take serious steps to expand safe, reliable, and affordable transport options. Karachi is a metropolitan city, yet its people still fight for a basic necessity like proper commuting. It’s time for the government to prioritise public transport reforms because a city should serve the people who keep it running.

FAIQA KHAN,

Karachi.