The provincial government greenlights nine major transport projects across multiple districts to modernize urban mobility with electric buses.
Key Takeaways
• Punjab approves nine major transport projects with Rs900 million released immediately to begin the province-wide infrastructure upgrade.
• Gujranwala leads funding with Rs7.44 billion, while Gujrat and Faisalabad receive Rs5.10 billion and Rs3.72 billion for modern terminals.
• The provincial initiative aims to deploy 1,500 electric buses at the tehsil level to provide cleaner and more affordable travel for citizens.
Karachi, Pakistan – The Punjab government has formally approved nine mega transport projects aimed at transforming the provincial commute through eco-friendly infrastructure. With an initial allocation of Rs900 million to kickstart development, the initiative prioritizes high-impact districts including Gujranwala, Gujrat, and Faisalabad. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, the province is preparing to induct a fleet of electric buses, marking a shift toward sustainable urban connectivity and smog reduction.
The transition to electric buses is not just an infrastructure upgrade but a necessary response to the environmental and economic costs of fossil fuels.
The broader plan involves operating 1,500 electric buses in a phased manner. The largest financial commitments in this latest approval are directed toward Gujranwala, which is set to receive over Rs7.44 billion, followed by Gujrat with Rs5.10 billion and Faisalabad with Rs3.72 billion. These funds are earmarked for the construction of modern bus terminals, depots, and allied infrastructure to support the transition from diesel to electric power.
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