Transport & Urban Development

REFORMS INITIATIVES

Introduction of Mass Transit System (MTS) in Peshawar:
Mobility and Connectivity is the Key to spurring development and growth. Mass Transit System (MTS) is an effective and efficient way of moving people in urban areas and utilizing energy and space. It provides mobility for all social strata and all age groups and without a gender bias.

Pre- feasibility study completed for Mass Transit Peshawar.

• 10 month PPTA study started in March, 2015.
• $1.6 million ADB grant approved.

 

MTS will include Pedestrianization with cycle lanes along with Parking spaces.

• Process for selection of consultants initiated.
• Law is being drafted and Provincial Public Transport and Mass Transit Authority would be established to organize and regulate the sector.
• Peshawar Transport Company will be established to regulate high quality transport service on all routes.

Establishment  of Transport Complex at Peshawar:

• Complex to be established on PPP basis for commercial utilization.

Computerization of Provincial Transport Authority (PTA) and Regional Transport Authorities (RTAs):

• PTA/RTA Peshawar completed
• Mardan ready for inauguration,Abbottabad to be operational by end of June, 2015
• Remaining by July,2015

Establishment of Transport Planning llTraffic Engineering unit (TPU) in Transport Department.

• PC-I approved.