KARACHI – Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari distributed keys of electric scooters to women under the country’s first Free Electric Pink Scooters Scheme launched by the Sindh government’s Transport Department.
Speaking at the ceremony, Bilawal said that no country, economy, or society can progress without the active participation of women.
He highlighted that the Sindh government has been working to improve public transport across the province. “Sindh was the first province to introduce electric buses in public transport, followed by the launch of the women-only Pink Bus Service,” he said.
Bilawal said today marks another milestone as the government begins free distribution of electric scooters among women. He added that this step will improve travel options for women and help them access better job opportunities.
The PPP chairman also announced the upcoming launch of a Pink Taxi Service for women, which will provide safe travel facilities and create new employment opportunities. Quoting Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, he said, “No nation can rise to the height of glory unless your women are side by side with you.”
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Bilawal noted that while some countries still impose restrictions on women, the Sindh government is committed to giving them more opportunities. “We want to send a clear message to the country and the world that PPP stands firmly with the women of Pakistan,” he said.
He appreciated the support of food chain KFC for partnering with the Sindh government to train women scooter riders and assist them in getting driving licenses.
Bilawal also encouraged the private sector to work with the government under the public–private partnership (PPP) model. He said this model has already brought economic progress in Tharparkar, improved road and bridge networks, and strengthened the health and education sectors.
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In addition, Bilawal announced financial support for flood-affected farmers and small landowners through the Benazir Hari Card. Farmers with up to 25 acres of land will receive help to purchase fertilizer and other essential supplies.
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, provincial ministers, assembly members, and PPP leaders attended the ceremony.
