Goods Transport Rates Up by 40% in Pakistan

Goods transporters have rose freight charges by up to 40 percent after 5 consecutive fuel rate hikes by the Petroleum Division.

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• The All Pakistan Goods Transport Owners Association has additionally cautioned of severe reaction if the administration doesn't reverse this week's fuel rate hikes.
• The Rawalpindi Regional Transport Authority has called a session with transporters to review the new fares and ordered action against operators charging rates without approval.
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• Container transport rates from Karachi to Peshawar have risen to more than Rs.

Container transport rates from Karachi to Peshawar have risen to more than Rs. 900, 000. Local and intercity transporters have additionally raised fares by up to 27 percent.

During the week, high-speed diesel reached Rs. 403 per litre and petrol to regarding Rs. 376 per litre. Govt Offers Bike Owners 5 Litre Free Petrol.

Higher transport costs are projected to rise the cost of moving food, vegetables, fruits and other goods.

Notably, the Rawalpindi Regional Transport Authority has called a session with transporters to review the new fares and ordered action against operators charging rates without approval.

Notably, the All Pakistan Goods Transport Owners Association has additionally cautioned of severe reaction if the administration doesn't reverse this week's fuel rate hikes. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.

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Taken together, the developments around goods Transport Rates Up by 40% in Pakistan point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.