Sindh’s government has launched the pink EV -SCOOTY scheme to distribute free electric scooters to women throughout the province.

Led by the transport and mass transportation department and implemented by Sindh Mass Transit Authority, the initiative aims to improve mobility and promote independence for female students and working professionals.

Qualified applicants must be regular residents of Sindh, have a valid motorcycle or car driving card and either register an educational institution or employed.

Recipients must also agree not to sell or sublet scooty for at least seven years.

Applicants on a short list are selected through a transparent voting process performed in the presence of media and monitored by a committee that includes representatives from transport, excise and financing departments as well as press members. Selected candidates will undergo a road safety test before the final allocation.

The scheme also includes training, registration, helmet supply and access to EV charging infrastructure. Applications must be submitted online via Sindh Mass Transit Authority’s official site.

Criteria for eligibility

• Permanent stay in sindh

• Students or working woman

• Valid car or motorcycle drive license

• Willingness to preserve scooty for at least seven years without resale or sublease

• Required to pass a test on road safety if it is on the list

Selection and supervision

• Final election will be completed through a transparent vote

• Voting takes place in the presence of printed and electronic media

• An Supervisory Committee will include officials from relevant departments and independent media staff to ensure transparency

Application process

Documents required

• CNIC (front and back)

• Domicile Certificate

• Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC)

• Valid driver’s license (front and rear)

• Student -id or Employee -id -Cort

Last month, the Sindh government announced a scheme to assign free ‘pink scooters’ to women through a lottery system aimed at strengthening female commuters in the province.

Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon revealed the initiative during a press conference in Karachi, which highlighted the government’s obligation to support women’s mobility.

“A driver’s license is mandatory for women to participate in the scheme,” Sharjeel Memon said, adding that Lucky Draw would be held at an open event.

The initiative follows the provincial government’s launch of the ‘Pink Bus’ service in 2023, dedicated to female passengers.

SHARJEEL MEMON also announced plans to introduce a ‘pink taxi’ service with female drivers behind the wheel.