Here’s How to Get a People’s Bus Service Smart Card in Karachi

• Karachi is witnessing a significant change in its public transit system with a smart card system.
• The People Bus Service operates on various routes in Karachi.
• Alternatively, residents can use the official mobile app for easy top-ups and real-time updates.

Karachi, Pakistan’s vibrant urban center, is undergoing a notable change in its public transit system. The People Bus Service, a favored option among Karachi residents for commuting, has recently implemented a smart card-based automatic fare collection system.

People Bus Service Smart Card System

Introduced on May 5, 2024, the smart card system enables passengers to pay their fares with a simple tap, eliminating cash transactions and expediting boarding. This initiative is in line with the Sindh government’s aim to offer a contemporary, efficient, secure, and seamless public transportation network.

Red Bus Karachi Routes

The People Bus Service runs on various routes throughout Karachi, linking key residential areas with industrial and commercial hubs. These routes comprise:

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1. Route 1: Model Colony to Dockyard
2. Route 2: North Karachi to Landhi
3. Route 3: Nagan Chowrangi to Singer Chowrangi
4. Route 4: Power House Chowrangi to Tower
5. Route 9: Gulshan-e-Hadeed to Tower
6. Route 10: Numaish to Sea View
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7. Route 11: Ziauddin Hospital to Meeran Naka, Lyari
8. Route 12: Khokhrapar to Saddar (Lucky Star)

The smart card system debuted on two crucial routes: Route 1 from Model Colony Malir to Tower and Route 9 from Gulshan-e-Hadeed to Tower. Expansion to more routes will occur gradually over 90 days.

How to Obtain the People Bus Service Card

To acquire the smart card, residents can visit specified customer service centers at Red Bus Karachi stops. Payments can be made via Easy Paisa, JazzCash, or any bank account. Alternatively, residents can utilize the official mobile app for convenient top-ups and access real-time updates on bus schedules and routes.

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For further details or queries regarding obtaining your smart card, reach out to People Bus Service at 021-34445-3331 or explore their mobile application, accessible on all major platforms.

1. What is the People Bus Service?
   The People Bus Service is a popular public transportation service in Karachi, Pakistan.
2. What is the new smart card system for Red Bus?
   
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   The smart card system is an automatic fare collection system that allows passengers to pay their fares with just a tap.
3. How can I obtain a smart card for Red Bus?
   You can obtain a smart card by visiting designated customer service centers or downloading the official mobile application.
4. What routes does the People Bus Service operate on?
   The People Bus Service operates on several routes across Karachi, connecting major residential hubs with industrial and business centers.