ISLAMABAD, Nov 6 (APP):Minister for Industries and Production Rana Tanveer Hussain on Wednesday unveiled the
government plan to transform the transportation landscape by setting up 10,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations by 2030.
Addressing an “exhibition of electric bike models” organized by the Engineering Development Board (EDB), he emphasized the
government’s commitment to reducing fuel dependency, cutting carbon emissions, and promoting cleaner, sustainable transportation.
With growing pri
vate sector interest and
government-backed incentives, this push toward electric mobility is poised to significantly benefit both the economy and the environment.
The ministers said around 31 companies have expressed interest in investing in electric vehicles in Pakistan while 2 companies were granted permission to manufacture electric vehicles.
He said “Pakistan is now in a
position to export three-wheelers”. The minister highlighted some key initiatives to promote electric vehicles across the country.
He said that manufacturing activities will soon begin by private companies, boosting the industry.
He said that the
government would launch the second electric vehicle policy by November 30 to promote eco-friendly transportation.
He said, Punjab
government was also working on two and three-wheeler electric vehicles.
The minister also announced that 100 students will receive electric bikes based on merit through a bidding process conducted in a transparent and fair manner.
The
government has earmarked Rs 4 billion for electric motorcycles.
He said, the pri
vate sector plays a vital role in Pakistan&
#8217;s economic development, with the country&
#8217;s economy moving towards improvement, he remarked.
This shift towards eco-friendly transportation is expected to have a
positive impact on Pakistan&
#8217;s environment and economy.
With the
government&
#8217;s support and pri
vate sector investment, the country is poised for a greener future.
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