ISLAMABAD: The metro bus service between Rawalpindi and Islamabad was partially restored on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, after several days of suspension, officials said.
In the first phase, the service has resumed between Saddar Station and Kashmir Highway, allowing limited travel for commuters on the intercity route. However, operations between Faiz Ahmed Faiz Station and Pak Secretariat will remain suspended until further notice.
Officials added that the remaining section will reopen in the second phase once maintenance and repair work is completed. “Full operations will start after safety inspections and system checks are done,” an official said.
Meanwhile, mobile internet services in Islamabad and Rawalpindi were also partially restored after a two-day suspension due to security concerns. Most areas of the twin cities have regained connectivity, but some users still face slow or unstable service.
Earlier, the Punjab government had imposed Section 144 across the province on October 10 for 10 days, citing law and order concerns. The restrictions included a ban on public gatherings and certain transport services.
The gradual restoration of metro and mobile services has brought relief to commuters and residents of the twin cities affected by the recent disruptions.
Lahore’s Orange Line Train and Metro Bus services have also been fully restored, the Mass Transit Authority (MTA) announced.
The services, which were temporarily suspended due to route closures, are now operating on their regular schedules. The Orange Line Train, closed for five days, has resumed operations at all stations from today. Similarly, the Metro Bus service has been restored after a four-day suspension.
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According to the MTA, all Metro Bus stations and Orange Line stops are now open for commuters. Operations were resumed after improvements in security and traffic conditions, bringing Lahore’s public transport system back to full functionality.
In another development, the Lahore section of the motorway (M-2) has also been reopened for all traffic. The police had earlier blocked the motorway near Babosabwala and Thokar Niaz Baig using containers for security reasons. Now, all entry and exit points are clear, and traffic is moving smoothly on the route.
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The metro bus service between Rawalpindi and Islamabad has been partially restored after several days of suspension. In the first phase, buses are running from Saddar Station to Kashmir Highway, giving limited relief to daily commuters. However, the section between Faiz Ahmed Faiz Station and Pak Secretariat will remain closed until further notice.
Officials said the remaining part of the route will reopen in the second phase once repair and maintenance work is completed. Full operations will resume after safety checks are finalized, ensuring the system is safe for passengers.
The partial restoration comes as good news for residents of the twin cities, who faced difficulties due to the suspension of both metro and mobile services in recent days.
Meanwhile, the launch of 80 electric buses on 10 routes in Rawalpindi, which was scheduled for October 15, has been postponed due to the ongoing law and order situation caused by protests by a religious group in Punjab.
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The new service will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, and the revised date will be announced after confirmation from the Chief Minister’s Office.
The district administration had prepared Liaquat Bagh for the event. Ahead of the inauguration, authorities have worked to improve roads, footpaths, and greenbelts on Murree Road, Rashid Minhas Road, Rawal Road, and Old Airport Road. The Rawalpindi Municipal Corporation (RMC) and Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA) faced challenges repairing damage caused by monsoon rains, but patchwork and beautification projects are now progressing.
The PHA, with Rs150 million allocated by the Punjab government, has completed improvement work on metro pillars and greenbelts and continues efforts to make the city cleaner and greener.
