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Senate panel seeks action on high Quetta air fares, airport issues
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Senate panel seeks action on high Quetta air fares, airport issues

From Dawn · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A Pakistani Senate committee expressed concern over high airfares on the Quetta route and frequent flight cancellations to remote areas.
  • The committee also noted deficiencies at Karachi's Jinnah International Airport and requested a report on upgrades.
  • It directed the Ministry of Defence to ensure regular air connectivity to underserved regions.

A Pakistani Senate committee has voiced concerns regarding inflated airfares on the Quetta route and the persistent issue of flight cancellations to remote areas. The panel also highlighted deficiencies at Karachi's Jinnah International Airport, calling for a report on its upgrade plan.

During a meeting chaired by Senator Muhammad Talha Mahmood, the Senate Standing Committee on Defence received briefings from officials representing the Ministry of Defence, the Pakistan Airports Authority, airlines, and other relevant departments. Defence Minister Khawaja Asif was also present.

The committee directed the Ministry of Defence to take action to ensure consistent air connectivity for regions that are currently underserved. The discussions also touched upon the poor condition of passenger facilities at Karachi's main airport, indicating a broader concern for air travel infrastructure and accessibility within the country.

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