Karachi, July 06, 2024: In a significant move to address the alarming air pollution levels in Karachi, the Sindh government has announced the introduction of Pakistan’s first electric vehicle (EV) taxis.
This initiative, led by Sindh Minister for Information, Excise, Narcotics, and Transport Sharjeel Inam Memon, aims to provide a cleaner and more affordable transportation option for the city’s residents.
Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon made the announcement on X (formerly Twitter), stating that the transport department will soon launch EV taxis, including a fleet of pink EV taxis. “Pakistan’s first EV taxis and Pink EV taxis will be started soon by Transport Department Government Of Sindh,” Memon posted..
This move is seen as a welcome relief for Karachi’s residents, who have been struggling with high levels of air pollution primarily caused by the large number of gasoline-engine vehicles. The city’s inadequate mass-transit system has further aggravated the situation, leading to high fares and increased transportation costs for private vehicle owners.
Earlier this year, Karachi bolstered its public transportation with the addition of 30 hybrid and 50 electric buses to the Peoples Bus Service fleet, bringing the total number of vehicles to 300. The introduction of EV taxis is expected to enhance the city’s clean transportation options, providing a sustainable solution to its pollution woes.
