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Frustrated commuters take to Twitter to support Careem and Uber after proposed ban

Frustrated commuters take to Twitter to support Careem and Uber after proposed ban

Safe and reliable transport is a huge issue in Pakistan, and the people are starting to speak out
Updated 31 Jan, 2017

Pakistan isn't ready to say 'bye' to Careem and Uber.

Earlier today, news broke that both ride-hailing apps could face a ban by the Punjab government and the Sindh government may soon follow suit.

Careem and Uber are widely regarded as a boon for commuters in urban Pakistan, where safe, reliable and cost-effective public transportation is severely lacking.

It's no wonder that Twitter erupted in sheer panic.

Some people shared stories of how Careem and User made their daily lives better:

Some called out the government's double standards for claiming that Careem and Uber are being banned because they aren't vetted for safety:

There are some that smell foulplay.

Others relied on humour to get the point across:

Some wondered about their 'balance':

Some wondered why we can't just enjoy the good things in life.

Even celebs chimed in:

Comments

tmk Jan 31, 2017 05:07pm
Our politicians can't tolerate that any facilities to be given to common people. When Government can not provide the transportation then it should encourage the private sector but here things are other way around.
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Khan Jan 31, 2017 05:10pm
Peoples of Pakistan need Public Transport full stop, which the govt. is not in the mode to provide...
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Harmony-1© Jan 31, 2017 05:20pm
@TMK - They were just jealous and getting protective about their orange, yellow, or whatever they are called trains!
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