CDA updates electric bus route FR-03A, launches trial run of FR-15 from Gulberg Green to T Chowk

ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has revised its electric bus route FR-03A, which now links PIMS Hospital to Faisal Masjid. The updated route aims to provide efficient and eco-friendly travel for passengers, with stops at key locations across the city.

The revised route includes PIMS Hospital, PIMS Metro Station, Katchery, F-8 Markaz, F-9 Park, Shaheen Chowk, Bahria University, Naval Complex, and Faisal Masjid.

Islamabad Electric Bus Route FR-03A Stop;

Stop Number	Location
1	PIMS Hospital
2	PIMS Metro Station
3	Katchery
4	F-8 Markaz
5	F-9 Park
6	Shaheen Chowk
7	Bahria University
8	Naval Complex
9	Faisal Masjid

Islamabad CDA Electric Bus Route FR-03A — **Islamabad Electric Bus Route FR-03A**

The CDA has started a trial run for the electric bus route FR-15. This route connects Gulberg Green Terminal with T Chowk and is designed to improve public transport services in the city.

Special bus routes will also operate on Saturdays and Sundays. These routes will run from PIMS Hospital to Daman-e-Koh and from PIMS Hospital to Shakarparian, providing residents and visitors with an affordable way to access popular tourist spots.

The CDA has revised the electric bus route FR-01, enhancing connectivity between Sohan and NUST. The updated route includes 17 key stops, ensuring more efficient and seamless travel for commuters.

Islamabad Electric Bus Route FR-01 From Sohan to NUST;

Stop Number	Location
1	Sohan
2	Faizabad Metro Station
3	IJP Metro Station
4	Potohar Metro Bus Station
5	MCI Model School
6	CDA Complaint Center
7	OGTI Stop
8	Sui Gas Stop
9	Kurang Road Stop
10	PTCL I-10
11	IESCO
12	I-10 , I-11
13	Islamabad Medical Complex
14	National Police Academy
15	Police Foundation Metro Station
16	NUST Metro Station
17	NUST

Electric Bus Special Bus Routes;

Route	Start Point	End Point
PIMS Hospital to Daman-e-Koh	PIMS Hospital	Daman-e-Koh
PIMS Hospital to Shakarparian	PIMS Hospital	Shakarparian

On other news, city officials have instructed the relevant department of the CDA to deploy all 160 electric buses in Islamabad on existing routes and establish new ones to benefit the public.

According to the newspaper report, currently, approximately 70 out of the 160 buses are operational. During a recent meeting, CDA Chairman Mohammad Ali Randhawa urged the department to ensure full utilization of all buses.

However, the exact number of buses that can be deployed remains uncertain due to a shortage of charging stations. The CDA currently has only 16 charging stations, which officials deem inadequate. A new depot is under construction at Zero Point, where additional charging facilities will be installed.

The chairman advised prioritizing high-demand routes to maximize bus usage.

The CDA has initiated bus services on eight routes, but awareness among the public is limited because there is no written information available on the buses or their routes.