The Punjab government will introduce a new electric bus service in Lahore next month, further expanding the environmentally friendly public transport network in the the city.
Officials confirmed that 35 additional buses will operate along the Canal Road corridor, covering the route from Thokar Niaz Baig to Jallo Mor.
The buses are expected to arrive within days, with formal operations likely to commence during the first week of October following an official ceremony.
Currently, 27 electric buses run on the Green Town to Railway Station route, marking the government’s first phase of investment in sustainable transport.
Authorities believe the expanded fleet will reduce traffic congestion, improve accessibility, and provide commuters more cost-efficient alternative to traditional vehicles.
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Last week, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif announced the launch of a metro bus service in Dera Ghazi Khan, introducing 101 electric buses.
The buses will operate across all districts of the division, marking a significant step towards modernising public transport in South Punjab with sustainable mobility solutions.
Maryam Nawaz emphasised that her government aims to serve all regions equally, stressing there is no difference between South, central, or upper Punjab in development priorities.
She criticised opponents for politicising the South Punjab issue, asserting that major infrastructure projects and transport initiatives have been consistently delivered by PML-N.