Punjab Cm Maryam Nawaz Launches E-Taxi Scheme In Lahore

On February 26, 2026, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz officially launched Pakistan's first e-Taxi scheme, marking a significant step towards sustainable transportation in the region. The initiative, part of the provincial government's Vision 2030 framework, introduces 1,100 electric taxis in Lahore, with plans for expansion across all 148 tehsils of Punjab. CM Nawaz emphasized the project's dual focus on environmental sustainability and social inclusion, stating, "Punjab has become the first province to launch an e-taxi scheme... it will also open up employment opportunities." Notably, 30% of the e-taxis are reserved for women, with the government covering 60% of the down payment for female applicants, making the scheme particularly beneficial for women's empowerment in the transport sector. The total subsidy for this initiative is projected to be around Rs. 4 billion, with the government covering 15% of the down payment for male drivers, allowing them to acquire a taxi for approximately Rs. 690,000.