Punjab Electric Taxi and Bike Scheme
Punjab Electric Taxi and Bike Scheme: There is great news for the unemployed youth of Punjab. Provincial Transport Minister Bilal Yasin has announced the launch of a new taxi scheme in the next 15 days. This project aims to provide employment to the unemployed and promote a modern transport system in the province.
He made this announcement while addressing Pakistan’s first Transport Expo, where he also announced several modern and eco-friendly transport projects by the Punjab government.
Taxi and Bike Scheme
According to Bilal Yasin, the taxi scheme will be launched in the next 15 days. This scheme will not only include new vehicles but also provide electric bikes so that the youth can start their careers. The government is trying to provide decent employment to thousands of people through this scheme.
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Tram service launched in Lahore
The provincial minister said that the first tram service in Lahore city will be launched by February next year. In the first phase, this tram will be operated on Jail Road and Main Boulevard, while in the second phase, tram service will also be started on Canal Road.
This project is being considered a big step towards making Lahore a modern and eco-friendly city.
Modern depots and electric buses
41 new-style depots are being built in 41 districts of Punjab, from where the entire transport system will be operated in an organized manner. According to Bilal Yasin, electric buses will also start running on the roads of Punjab from December.
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These electric buses will not only reduce environmental pollution but will also provide the citizens with comfortable and safe travel facilities.
Big goals by 2030
Bilal Yasin also said that the government’s goal is to shift 80 percent of Punjab’s transport to electric by 2030. For this purpose, more than 1000 charging points will be established across the province to make it easier to charge electric vehicles.
Apart from this, a test drive of driverless vehicles has also been planned in Punjab, which will be a breakthrough in the world of technology.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question 1: What will be the conditions to avail the benefits of the taxi scheme?
The government will require applicants for this scheme to be unemployed. Documents like an identity card, a driving license, and a police clearance are likely to be sought. The complete conditions will be announced at the launch of the scheme.
Question 2: Is this taxi and bike scheme only for men, or can women also apply?
The scheme aims to provide employment opportunities to every eligible citizen, so women will also participate equally in it. Special concessions or separate quotas may be allocated for women.
Question 3: What type of vehicles and bikes will be provided under this scheme?
The scheme will include new vehicles and electric bikes. These vehicles will be modern and eco-friendly to reduce air pollution in cities.
Question 4: What will be the application procedure?
Applications can be submitted through an online portal or through the nearest transport office. The government will announce the complete procedure and dates at the time of the scheme’s launch.