Punjab’s Green Move: 27 Electric Buses Hit Lahore’s 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. 🚎💚
💰 Investment & Route Details
✅ Initial investment: Rs2.4 billion 💸 ✅ Route: 21km from Green Town to Lahore Railway Station 📍 ✅ Launch date: February 16 🗓️ ✅ Daily commuters benefited: 17,000+ 👥
🚌 Cutting-Edge Features
These eco-friendly buses, imported from China, come equipped with:
🔹 GPS tracking for real-time monitoring 📡 🔹 Wi-Fi & USB ports for commuter convenience 📶🔌 🔹 Security cameras ensuring passenger safety 🎥 🔹 Ramps for special needs accessibility ♿ 🔹 Dedicated women’s compartment for a safer commute 🚺 🔹 Digital wallets & mobile app for seamless payments 📱💳
📈 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. 🌍🚀
🔮 What’s 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! 🌿
📢 Stay tuned for updates on Punjab’s clean energy transport future!
