Lahore’s public transport network is back on track, as the Orange Line train and Metrobus services have been fully restored following multiple days of suspension due to security and traffic restrictions.The move comes as the city’s situation stabilizes, allowing thousands of commuters to resume daily travel.The Orange Line Metro Train resumed operations in Lahore on Tueday after being closed for five consecutive days.

According to the Punjab Mass Transit Authority (PMTA), services had been temporarily suspended due to road closures in several key parts of the city.Officials confirmed that the suspension was a precautionary measure amid heightened security and traffic disruptions. With improved conditions, the train service is now running on its full route, bringing relief to daily commuters.

Alongside the Orange Line, the Lahore Metro bus service has also been fully restored after a four-day closure. Operations were halted for similar reasons — road blockages and administrative restrictions following security advisories.Meanwhile, in the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, the Metro bus service has been partially restored. Officials stated that buses are currently operating from Saddar to Kashmir Highway in the first phase of restoration.

However, the route remains closed from Faiz Ahmed Faiz Station to Pak Secretariat, as the section is still affected by ongoing security restrictions. The service was initially suspended for four days due to protests by a religious group, acting on the instructions of the district administration.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)