Overview:
The Government of Punjab has announced a plan to set up 2000 EV Charging Stations across the Punjab. This move is part of a broader initiative to transition the public transport system towards clean, green, and sustainable mobility.
This massive infrastructure development aligns with the government’s long-term strategy to support the rollout of electric buses under the Green Punjab Transport Vision. The plan includes introducing thousands of electric buses across major cities such as Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Sialkot, and Gujranwala.
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Why EV Charging Stations needed?
- Rising Ecosystem Concerns
Pakistan, especially Punjab’s urban centers are facing alarming levels of smog and air pollution. Transport is one of the main reasons of CO₂ and PM2.5 emissions. - Shift to Sustainable Public Transport
The initiative supports a national and provincial climate action agenda. Electric buses are seen as a smart alternative to reduce fossil fuel dependence. - Alignment with Global Trends
Countries around the world are moving to electrify public transport. Punjab aims to modernize its transit infrastructure in line with international standards. - Public Health & Urban Mobility
Cleaner transport means fewer respiratory issues, especially in children and elderly.More reliable and cleaner buses will encourage public transport usage, reducing traffic congestion. - Job Creation & Economic Growth
The establishment of 2,000 charging stations will create technical jobs in construction, operations, and EV maintenance. It will also boost green energy entrepreneurship.
EV Charging Stations – Locations
Althoough the electric bus stations are going to be established at 2000 locations but here are some of the main locations of electric bus charging stations
- Green Town Hamdard Chowk Depot, Lahore
- Thokar Niaz Beg (Jinnah Bus Terminal), Lahore
- Ichhra Terminal, Lahore
- Model Town Terminal, Lahore
- Cantonment Terminal, Lahore
- Gujranwala
- Faisalabad
- Rawalpindi
- Multan
- Bahawalpur
- Sialkot
- Gujrat
- Rahim Yar Khan
- Dera Ghazi Khan
Purpose Of EV Charging Stations
The purpose of establishing 2,000 electric bus charging stations across Punjab is to support the transition towards a cleaner, greener, and more efficient public transport system. This initiative aims to reduce urban air pollution, cut down reliance on fossil fuels and promote sustainable mobility by enabling the widespread use of electric buses.
It also aligns with the province’s climate goals, improves public health, and encourages modern infrastructure development while creating new economic and job opportunities in the green energy sector.
