Lahore, March 20 -- As the Eid-ul-Fitr travel season peaks across Pakistan, thousands of commuters are facing a harsh reality, as the journey has become increasingly unaffordable, exposing regulatory failures and unchecked profiteering by transport operators. Passengers across major cities are struggling with inflated fares during one of the busiest travel periods of the year, as reported by The Express Tribune.

According to The Express Tribune, bus terminals in Lahore, Rawalpindi, and other urban hubs are witnessing massive crowds as families, students, and workers rush to return to their hometowns.

However, the festive spirit has been overshadowed by widespread complaints of overcharging, with many passengers alleging they are being f...