LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has directed authorities concerned to initiate an e-taxi service across the province on the pattern of China’s electric taxi system.
The chief minister has directed Provincial Transport Minister Bilal Akbar Khan to commence the groundwork for the implementation of the project. In this regard, the Punjab Transport Department has begun discussions with various electric vehicle manufacturers.
The service will be available round-the-clock, offering citizens a cost-effective and environmentally friendly transportation option. The govt said the project would help a slight reduction in employment.
In the first phase, the e-taxi service will operate in Lahore and divisional headquarters, with plans to expand to other major cities across Punjab.
As per detail, the Deewan Group and the National Radio & Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC), have expressed interest in collaborating on the initiative.
