Sahiwal: Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Monday inaugurated the first-ever latest Electro Bus Project in Sahiwal.
On the occasion, Maryam Nawaz said, “I tell the youth that this service is completely free for you. A special ramp has been built on the bus for persons with disabilities. Now, the people of Sahiwal will be able to travel with dignity.”
She stated that providing quality transport facilities to the people of Punjab is a priority. Electric buses are being introduced in the smaller cities of Punjab.
“Thirty electric buses have been allocated for Sahiwal. The fare for the electric bus will be only Rs20. Persons with disabilities, women, senior citizens, and students will be able to travel for free.”
“Women will be able to travel with dignity and safety. The buses are equipped with charging ports and Wi-Fi facilities. Signs of development from Nawaz Sharif’s era can be seen throughout the country,” she added.
Provincial Minister for Transport Bilal Akbar Butt apprised the Chief Minister about the project.
He said that 16 buses will run during the first phase of the project and these buses will be operational on four routes.
He said that over 25,000 people benefit from the electric bus project.
A large number of people were present on both sides of the road to welcome Maryam Nawaz. The majority of the youngsters run alongside the electric buses.
