The Government of Balochistan has formally launched the Green People’s Bus Service in Turbat, marking a major step toward improving public transport facilities in the Makran region. The hybrid-electric buses, imported from China, are environmentally friendly low-emission vehicles designed to reduce air pollution and promote sustainable urban transport, according to a Gwadar Pro's report on Monday.

Equipped with modern technology and fuel-efficient systems, the buses aim to provide a cleaner and more reliable public transport option for commuters. Chief Minister Balochistan Mir Sarfaraz Bugti inaugurated the modern transport service by driving one of the buses himself during a ceremony held at Circuit House Turbat.

According to an official statement, the newly launched bus service is expected to provide safe, comfortable and affordable transportation to more than 4,500 passengers daily in Turbat and across Kech district. The initiative will significantly improve urban mobility and provide residents with a reliable public transport system.

Initially, four modern buses have been allocated for the city. The buses will operate on a nearly 19-kilometre route with 18 designated bus stations being established along the corridor. Each bus is equipped with modern facilities, including 37 seats and space to accommodate around 100 passengers in total.

Special seats have been reserved for women, children and elderly passengers, while wheelchair access has also been provided for persons with disabilities. Safety features such as emergency exits and fire extinguishers have been installed, along with electronic screens displaying route information for passengers. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti said that the launch of the Green People’s Bus Service will help provide the people of Turbat with quality and secure travel facilities.

“If Allah wills, next year we will launch pink buses for our daughters, students and women of Turbat so they can commute in a dignified, safe and secure environment,” said Sarfaraz Bugti.

The launch of the service in Turbat follows the introduction of modern Chinese low-emission buses in Quetta. The provincial capital first received eight eco-friendly buses imported from China in July 2023, which initially operated on a single route linking Sariab Road with Airport Chowk.

To expand the service, in December 2025, an additional 17 buses were added to the fleet, bringing the total number of Chinese buses operating in Quetta to 25, including four pink buses reserved for women passengers. The expanded fleet has enabled new routes across the city, improving public transport connectivity and reducing overcrowding.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP) — Pak-China