The Sindh government has announced a groundbreaking initiative to distribute free pink electric scooters to women and female students, marking a major step toward inclusive and modern public transport.
The decision was made during a meeting chaired by Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, who emphasized that the initiative reflects the provincial government’s commitment to empowering women and improving mobility options in Karachi. Calling it a revolutionary measure, he said the scheme will help make travel safer and more convenient for women.
According to the minister, the distribution of pink scooters will begin this week. Alongside this initiative, Karachi will also see the arrival of double-decker and electric buses in the coming weeks as part of efforts to modernize the city’s transport system.
Sharjeel Memon highlighted that President Asif Ali Zardari’s recent visit to China played a key role in expanding discussions on setting up local manufacturing plants for both electric and conventional buses in Sindh. He noted that such developments will not only enhance the transport sector but also generate employment opportunities.
Chinese investors, he added, have shown keen interest in the Dhabeji Special Economic Zone, where new industries are expected to establish a strong presence. This growing collaboration could further strengthen Sindh’s role in industrial development.
On the challenges facing large-scale transport projects such as the Yellow Line and Red Line, the minister admitted that utility transfers remain a major hurdle. He cited disputes with K-Electric and PTCL but assured that the government is actively working to resolve these issues, even directing relevant authorities to settle matters with K-Electric within 24 hours.
Looking ahead, Memon announced that after the inauguration of the Taj Haider Bridge, the Jam Sadiq Bridge will be demolished and rebuilt with upgraded infrastructure. The new bridge will include separate tracks for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists, ensuring safer and more efficient connectivity.
The minister also noted that President Zardari’s trip to China covered energy, agriculture, and solid waste management, calling it “highly successful” and a pathway to new development projects across Sindh.
