KARACHI: The Sindh government has opened registration for a Rs2,000 petrol subsidy for eligible motorcycle owners as part of a broader relief package introduced in response to rising fuel prices.
According to official details, the initiative comes amid a surge in global energy costs driven by heightened geopolitical tensions, prompting both federal and provincial authorities to announce targeted subsidies and austerity measures.
Under the programme, registered motorcyclists will receive Rs2,000 for April, equivalent to the cost of 20 litres of petrol. The amount will be directly transferred to applicants’ bank accounts after verification.
Citizens can apply through the Excise Department’s online portal, ensuring that the motorcycle and bank account are registered under the applicant’s own name. Authorities have also simplified ownership transfer procedures and waived transfer fees to facilitate registration.
Officials said applicants can register via the Excise Department’s tax portal, complete verification, and later check their application status online. A helpline has also been provided for assistance.
The government stated that if a person owns more than one motorcycle, only one subsidy will be granted. It also urged citizens to ensure bank accounts are in their own names for direct payments.
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah said the subsidy is aimed at providing direct relief to the public instead of intermediaries, and warned that overcharging by transport operators would not be tolerated.
The provincial government has also announced wider relief measures for farmers and transport operators, including financial support based on landholding and vehicle type, while public transport fares will remain frozen. Fuel quotas for official vehicles have also been reduced as part of austerity measures.
