Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has decided to extend the fuel subsidy period by one month in an important meeting on Thursday to provide relief to the economically weaker sections.

According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s House, this relief will continue for motorcyclists, rickshaw drivers and public and freight transport.

The Prime Minister has strictly directed the transporters not to increase fares and freight charges and has also ordered the relevant authorities to effectively monitor the relief measures.

This subsidy is part of the relief package that was launched to protect the public from the effects of the increase in global oil prices and Iran-Israel tensions.

Under this scheme, motorcyclists are being given a discount of Rs 100 per liter on petrol up to 20 liters per month, while food trucks and public transport are being provided direct assistance ranging from Rs 70,000 to Rs 100,000 per month.

The Prime Minister said that the public will not be left alone under any circumstances and expressed hope that oil prices will stabilize as the regional situation improves.