One of the major projects to improve public transport in Karachi is the Red Line BRT. It’s a part of TransKarachi (aka Karachi Breeze), which is an expansive mass transit system with multiple bus lines. Green Line and Orange Line buses have already started public service in 2022. Expediting construction work, the provincial government has now set its eyes on the launch of the Red Line project.
Now, let’s learn more about the projected route, completion date, and construction status of the Red Line bus service in Karachi.
Red Line Metrobus — Key Facts to Know
| Starting Point | Malir Halt, Model Colony |
| Ending Point | Merewether Clock Tower Near II Chundrigar Road |
| Total Route Length | 26 kilometre |
| Number of Stations | 24 |
| Key Landmarks on the Route | Model Colony, Safoora Chowrangi, King Cottages, Met Office, NED University, Safari Park, Nipa Chowrangi, Federal Urdu University, Masjid Baitul Mukarram, Civic Centre, Askari Park, Dawood UniversitySociety Office, Numaish Chowrangi, Old City Area |
| Number of Buses in the Fleet | 250 Low-emission Buses |
More About the Upcoming Red Line Bus Route in Karachi
According to the official details, the Red Line Metrobus in Karachi will run on two corridors. There will be no traffic on the entire route of the bus service. There will be a total of 24 bus stops, passing through 13 major intersections around the city. The infrastructure of the project also includes 10 overhead bridges and seven underpasses.
Route Length of Red Line Bus in Karachi
Red Line BRT service is based on a 26-km long signal-free corridor. The first corridor of the Red Line bus service will run between Malir Halt, Model Colony, and Numaish Chowrangi. Here it will intersect with the Green Line BRT system. Red Line BRT will pass through the following areas, localities and landmarks in Karachi:
- Model Colony
- Safoora Goth
- King Cottages
- Met Office
- NED University
- Safari Park
- Nipa Chowrangi
- Federal Urdu University
- Masjid Baitul Mukarram
- Civic Centre
- Askari Park
- Dawood University
- Society Office
- Numaish Chowrangi
Red Line BRT Latest News
Traffic Plans for Red Line Construction Work
Meetings of KMC officials were held on higher levels to devise alternative traffic routes for vehicles and pedestrians. These measures would prevent traffic congestion during the construction of this metro bus project.
Red Line BRT Karachi Construction Updates
Since June 2022, work on this mass transportation project is rapidly progressing. A large part of the middle of the two-way University Road has become a construction site. The engineers are on site, conducting piling and soil testing of the ground to get it ready for construction.
Red Line BRT construction is being carried out in two phases. One phase covers the Malir to Mosmiyat route, while the other phase extends from Mosmiyat to Tower. Once completed, the bus route is expected to majorly benefit college and university students. Since the entire University Road has many popular educational establishments like KU, NED, and Urdu University, among other facilities.
Expected Completion Date of Red Line Bus Service in Karachi
The authorities started the development work on the Red Line in June 2022. They said that the project would be functional in around 2 to 3 years. Once completed, it would be one of the longest metro bus systems in Pakistan.
Number of Red Line Buses in Karachi
The BRT system is envisioned to have 250 low-emission buses in its fleet. As per the latest updates, biogas will power these vehicles. It’s a special type of fuel generated from cow dung. If everything goes as planned, it would become a game-changing transport project in Karachi.
Stay Tuned for More Red Line BRT Updates
Here we’ll wrap up our piece on the upcoming Red Line Metrobus in Karachi. For more updates on this developing public transport project, keep checking back. How soon do you think authorities will be able to launch this service? Share your thoughts with us at blog@zameen.com.
Also, don’t forget to read about Orange Line BRT, Green Line BRT and Peoples Bus Service. After starting operations in 2022, these projects are now an important part of the public transport system in Karachi.
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