Islamabad, Nov 29: Punjab Launches E-Taxis Initiative to Tackle Air Pollution. In an effort to combat air pollution and provide employment opportunities for the unemployed, the Punjabi government has started a new project.
The strategy calls for the launch of an e-taxi service, which would offer electric cars to online taxi drivers at competitive prices. This program seeks to lower emissions while providing drivers with cash incentives.
Details of the plan were provided by Provincial Transport Minister Bilal Akbar Khan, who disclosed that a sizable portion of online taxis will be replaced by electric cars (EVs). Drivers will be able to purchase these EVs with either a down payment or simple installment options, making participation easier.
Minister Khan emphasized that the shift to electric taxis will not only help decrease harmful emissions but will also be economically advantageous for drivers. According to studies, drivers could save up to 40% on fuel costs by switching to electric vehicles.
This program was introduced to meet the rising demand for online taxi services in Punjab and to address the increasing pollution in urban areas, particularly in Lahore.
The transition to electric taxis will provide multiple benefits: a cleaner environment, lower fuel costs, and better economic prospects for the drivers. Moreover, the scheme is expected to create numerous job opportunities for those currently unemployed.
