On the instructions of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, an eco-friendly public transport project has been launched in Murree, with 10 modern green electric buses arriving in the hill station.
According to the district administration, the electric buses will operate on key routes to promote clean and pollution-free transportation. The buses have also been integrated into the transport network to improve travel facilities between Rawalpindi and Murree.
Officials said the initiative aims to provide tourists and local residents with a comfortable, safe, and affordable mode of transport while helping reduce environmental pollution through the use of eco-friendly vehicles.
Punjab launches electric bus service in Layyah
The Punjab government has also launched its electric bus service in another district under Chief Minister (CM) Maryam Nawaz’s Green Mobility plan. The latest expansion will bring the service to Layyah.
The government has sent 10 electric buses to Layyah. It also plans to add five more buses in the coming days. The new buses are expected to give people a safer, more comfortable and cleaner way to travel.
Earlier, the Punjab government announced the same project for Narowal. Under that plan, 11 electric buses will run on six routes. The fare for each trip has been set at Rs. 20.
The government is continuing to expand its electric bus service to more districts across Punjab.
Through this project, it wants to improve public transport across the province. It also aims to reduce pollution and provide low-cost travel for more people.
Punjab govt moves to reduce transport fares
Before this, CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz welcomed the government’s decision to reduce petrol and diesel prices.
She also directed officials to quickly lower transport fares and goods delivery charges across the province so that people can benefit from the price cut.
She thanked the public for their patience during difficult times. She also appreciated Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and his team for reducing fuel prices.
