Punjab to Launch Electric Bus Service Across All 148 Tehsils
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced that electric buses will be introduced in all 148 tehsils of the province as part of the government’s plan to improve public transport services.
According to the provincial government, the initiative aims to modernize urban transport infrastructure, provide better travel facilities for citizens, and promote environmentally friendly transportation across Punjab.
More Districts to Receive Electric Buses
Last month, the Punjab government approved the supply of new electric buses for 10 additional districts, including:
- Attock
- Bhakkar
- Hafizabad
- Khanewal
- Layyah
- Sheikhupura
- Gujranwala
- Sialkot
- Mandi Bahauddin
- Okara
The decision was made during a meeting reviewing progress on mass transit projects in Faisalabad and Gujranwala.
Metro Bus Projects Also Under Review
During the meeting, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz directed authorities to speed up construction and rehabilitation work on metro bus stations.
The provincial administration also approved updated designs for new metro stations as part of efforts to improve public transport infrastructure in major cities.
Focus on Green Transport
Punjab has been expanding electric and mass transit projects in several cities to improve transportation services and reduce environmental pollution.
