Farhan Qureshi 
The first Electric taxi scheme was launched in Punjab by Maryam Nawaz, and this is a big step towards green transportation and job creation in Punjab. The initiative will be introduced on February 26, 2026, and it will be implemented with 1,100 electric taxis in the city of Lahore at first. The program will minimise carbon emissions, modernise the public transport and generate self-employment for young people and low-income citizens.
Eligibility, Benefits & How to Apply
Within the scheme, the applicants will have an opportunity to take a zero-interest instalment scheme of five years, and the government will bear the financing costs. Male drivers are offered 50% subsidy on the down payment, and female drivers a 60% subsidy, with a 30 per cent quota being allocated to female drivers. There are sophisticated safety measures like GPS positioning, panic buttons, and smart meters, and a range of 250-300 km of driving range on a single charge.
Eligibility and Application Process
The candidates are required to be Punjab residents aged between 20 and 50 years with an authentic LTV/HTV license and at least a Matric education to apply. The applications are made online through the official portal. As Maryam Nawaz introduces the First Electric Taxi Plan in Punjab, the state makes a big step on the way to environmentally-friendly transport and equality in development. With the scheme of the first electric taxi in Punjab being initiated by Maryam Nawaz, launching the Punjab First Electric Taxi Scheme, there will be more phases to be initiated in the near future.
FAQs
1. Who is eligible to avail the Punjab Electric Taxi Scheme?
The residents of Punjab between 20 and 50 years old have a valid driving license and a Matric qualification.
2. Does it have any subsidies?
Yes, half the down payment is fully subsidised for both men and women.
3. How can applicants apply?
By means of the official online portal, in the form of submitting the necessary documents and registration.
