During a special meeting, CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif reviewed progress on mass transit projects and approved the deployment of electric buses in Attock, Bhakkar, Hafizabad, Khanewal, Layyah, Sheikhupura, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Mandi Bahauddin, and Okara. The meeting highlighted that over 125,000 passengers have benefited from the free transport initiative across 21 routes, with 3,560 bus trips completed so far. Additionally, dedicated depots for electric buses will be established in every division, and a comprehensive plan for operating 1,500 electric buses at the tehsil level has been requested.
BUSINESSPublished 17 Apr 2026 • Published 17h ago
Maryam Nawaz Sharif Approves Electric Buses for Punjab Districts
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On April 17, 2026, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif approved the introduction of electric buses in 10 additional districts of Punjab. This initiative aims to enhance public transport and promote environmentally friendly transportation solutions. The plan includes the arrival of 100 electric buses this month, with a total of 714 buses expected by the end of June.
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