TOBA TEK SINGH: A fleet of 30 electric buses has reached Faisalabad and will soon start operating on seven routes across the city.
According to a spokesperson for the district administration, three depots will be set up in Ghulam Muhammad Abad, Sargodha Road, and Gutwala Road to manage the new service.
The spokesperson said Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz will officially inaugurate the electric bus service in the coming days. The project aims to provide citizens with affordable, safe, comfortable, and fast travel options.
He added that the introduction of electric buses will not only improve the public transport system but also reduce fuel expenses and promote eco-friendly travel.
The project is part of the Punjab government’s Green Initiative to tackle traffic congestion and air pollution in Faisalabad. The service will especially benefit students and senior citizens by offering them an easy and reliable travel option.
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Earlier in Sargodha, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz launched the electric bus service.
She announced that 60 electric buses would run within the city and 105 buses across the Sargodha division. A charging station has also been set up in Sargodha to support the service.
Maryam Nawaz said that the Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cardiology in Sargodha will soon become fully functional, with top cardiologists and surgeons being appointed. She added that accommodation is being provided for medical staff to ensure 24/7 patient care.
The chief minister praised former prime minister Nawaz Sharif and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for their contributions to national development.
She highlighted that during his recent visit to Saudi Arabia, Prime Minister Shehbaz received a ceremonial fighter jet salute, and the Saudi government released a special song for Pakistan, reflecting strong bilateral ties.
