Sharjeel Memon says Sindh is planning to introduce more double-decker buses on the highways
Transport Minister Sharjeel Memon rides the newly inaugurated PBS route R-13 bus from Hawke’s Bay to Merewether Tower. Photo: PPI
Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon has announced the launch of phase two of the electric scooter (EV scooter) distribution scheme, marking a significant step forward.
This initiative is part of the Sindh government’s broader plan to improve eco-friendly mobility options and empower women through better transport access.
Read: Women on wheels: Sindh distributes scooties under ‘Pink Scheme’
A meeting chaired by the Sindh Minister was attended by Transport Secretary Asad Zamin, Managing Director of Sindh Mass Transit Authority (SMTA) Kanwal Nizam Bhutto and other relevant officials. It focused on the ongoing and upcoming transport projects in the province, including discussions on improving mobility infrastructure in Karachi and other cities.
The first wave of distribution reportedly provided around 200 free pink e-scooters to women, while the plan, as approved by the cabinet, called for distributing up to 1,000 scooters to women.
On November 4, 2025, the government announced the launch of the second phase, signaling that new enrollments will open soon.
The second phase will provide a large number of women with modern, environmentally friendly transport options. The scooters are designed to offer a safer and more accessible alternative to traditional transport, especially in a city where traffic jams and limited public transport options often hinder women’s mobility. This initiative also contributes to the city’s green transport movement.
Apart from Pink Scooters, Memon also announced that new electric buses have arrived in Karachi and will soon be deployed on various routes across the city. These buses are expected to ease the transportation burden on the city’s residents and help reduce pollution. The government has completed surveys for four new routes in Khairpur, Shikarpur and Hyderabad, with plans to make these routes functional within the month.
He further added that the government plans to introduce more double-decker buses on the city’s main roads to alleviate traffic congestion.
Along with these planned improvements, Memon emphasized that the new initiatives such as EV buses, EV scooters and EV taxi services will usher Karachi and other cities into a new era of urban mobility. He reiterated that these projects are directly linked to public convenience and will be completed within the specified time frames.
How to apply for the Pink Scooty scheme. Eligible applicants must be permanent residents of Sindh, have a valid motorcycle or car driving license and be either enrolled in an educational institution or employed.
