Lahore, April 25 -- A fresh increase in petroleum prices has pushed transport fares upward across Pakistan, placing an additional burden on commuters already grappling with inflationary pressures, as reported by Samaa TV.

According to Samaa TV, in Lahore, discussions between the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) and transport operators resulted in a modest fare adjustment of 3 per cent to 4 per cent.

The meeting, held at Transport House, saw RTA Secretary Rana Mohsin negotiate with transporters who had initially demanded steeper hikes due to rising fuel costs. Authorities permitted only a limited increase, warning against any unauthorised fare escalation.

Rana Mohsin emphasised that no transporter would be allowed to charge beyond the...