Punjabโs Green Move: 27 Electric Buses Hit Lahoreโs Roads
In a major step towards sustainable urban transport, Punjab has launched a pilot project featuring 27 electric buses in Lahore to tackle pollution and high operational costs. ๐๐
๐ฐ Investment & Route Details
โ Initial investment: Rs2.4 billion ๐ธ โ Route: 21km from Green Town to Lahore Railway Station ๐ โ Launch date: February 16 ๐๏ธ โ Daily commuters benefited: 17,000+ ๐ฅ
๐ Cutting-Edge Features
These eco-friendly buses, imported from China, come equipped with:
๐น GPS tracking for real-time monitoring ๐ก ๐น Wi-Fi & USB ports for commuter convenience ๐ถ๐ ๐น Security cameras ensuring passenger safety ๐ฅ ๐น Ramps for special needs accessibility โฟ ๐น Dedicated womenโs compartment for a safer commute ๐บ ๐น Digital wallets & mobile app for seamless payments ๐ฑ๐ณ
๐ Expansion Plans
This pilot project is just the beginning! The Punjab government aims to expand the electric bus fleet to 620 buses across the province, making public transport cleaner, greener, and more efficient. ๐๐
๐ฎ Whatโs Next?
With the success of this electric bus initiative, Punjab is setting a precedent for sustainable transportation in Pakistan. More cities could soon join the green revolution! ๐ฟ
๐ข Stay tuned for updates on Punjabโs clean energy transport future!