The Sindh government has announced major financial relief for bike taxi riders, aiming to support low-income workers and reduce economic pressure on daily earners.
The decision was approved during a cabinet meeting chaired by Syed Murad Ali Shah at the Chief Minister’s House, where multiple development and welfare initiatives were also reviewed.
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According to an official statement, the relief focuses on reducing operational costs for motorcycle-based ride services, which have become a key source of income for thousands across the province.
Under the new policy, the Sindh Sales Tax (SST) on net fares earned by bike taxi riders has been reduced from 5 percent to 2 percent.
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The move is expected to directly benefit riders working through online taxi platforms operating in Karachi.
Officials said the reduction aims to protect livelihoods, improve earnings, and help reduce ride cancellations caused by rising fuel and operational costs.
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The government estimates that the tax cut will have a financial impact of around Rs120 million annually, reflecting a targeted subsidy approach for a vulnerable working segment.
Bike taxi services have gained popularity in urban areas like Karachi due to their affordability and convenience, especially for short-distance travel amid rising transport costs.
