Punjab rolls out electric buses on two Gujranwala routes
Punjab rolls out electric buses on two Gujranwala routes
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has launched electric buses in Gujranwala, with services starting on two routes and expanding public transport options for the city’s residents.
The initial phase will run on two routes: Chand Da Qila to Lohianwala, and Khayali to Jandiala Nandipur. The services connect different parts of the city and give commuters a new option for daily travel.
74 electric buses planned for Gujranwala
The Punjab government plans to expand the electric buses Gujranwala network as work on the required infrastructure progresses. Once the construction work is complete, the city will have 74 electric buses running on its routes.
The launch forms part of the provincial government’s push to expand electric public transport and give citizens more convenient travel options. The new buses will initially serve commuters along the two launched routes, while the planned expansion will extend coverage to other parts of Gujranwala.
The full fleet of 74 buses will come into service across the city after the necessary construction work, including charging and depot infrastructure, is finished.
The launch is part of the provincial government’s wider effort to expand electric public transport across Punjab. Commuters on the two corridors can use the new service now, while the remaining buses join the network as the infrastructure work reaches completion.
Why electric buses matter for the city
Gujranwala is one of Punjab’s major industrial cities, and its roads carry heavy daily traffic. Electric buses cut fuel costs for the operator and produce no tailpipe emissions, which helps air quality in a province that struggles with smog every winter.
For passengers, the new buses offer a modern alternative to the wagons and rickshaws that dominate many urban routes. The provincial government has been positioning electric buses as a cleaner, quieter way to move people across Punjab’s cities, and the Gujranwala launch extends that programme beyond Lahore.
FAQs
Which routes will the electric buses serve in Gujranwala?
The initial two routes are Chand Da Qila to Lohianwala, and Khayali to Jandiala Nandipur.
How many electric buses will Gujranwala get?
The city is planned to have 74 electric buses once the required infrastructure construction is complete.
Who launched the electric bus service?
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif launched the service on the two initial routes.
When will the full fleet be operational?
The government says all 74 buses will come into service across the city after the necessary construction work is finished. No firm date has been announced.
