The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has approved a new initiative to provide electric scooters to working women and female students, aiming to promote eco-friendly transport and women’s empowerment.
The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi, where multiple development projects were reviewed under the Annual Development Programme (ADP) 2026-27.
Officials said the electric scooter scheme is designed to improve mobility for women and students while encouraging the use of environmentally sustainable transportation across the province.
In addition to this initiative, the government is also considering expanding the Peshawar Bus Rapid Transit system to areas including Charsadda, Nowshera, and Khyber District. Plans for introducing electric buses and double-decker buses for tourism were also discussed.
The chief minister further directed authorities to explore the establishment of an electric bike and scooter manufacturing industry in the province to support modern technology and green transport solutions.
Alongside transport initiatives, the meeting also reviewed projects in social welfare, sports, and tourism sectors. Proposals included building sports facilities at the tehsil level, promoting tourism through new destinations and heli-tourism, and improving services for special children.
Officials also highlighted progress on the province’s socio-economic registry, which is expected to be completed by December to ensure transparent distribution of welfare programmes.
The initiative reflects the government’s broader strategy to combine sustainable development with social empowerment, particularly by improving access to affordable and modern transportation for women.
