The Government of Punjab has made significant progress in its eco-friendly e-taxi initiative, with hundreds of applicants advancing to the next stage of the program.
According to officials, around 380 candidates have already submitted their down payments for the scheme. The response to the initiative has been overwhelming, with more than 350,000 applications received in total.
Provincial official Bilal Akbar Khan stated that 1,100 candidates were shortlisted through a balloting process. He added that authorities are now contacting eligible applicants to complete their down payment requirements, while the scrutiny process for applicants is nearly complete.
Under the plan, the Punjab government aims to roll out 1,100 electric taxis with a subsidy of Rs. 6 billion. The minimum down payment for the vehicles has been set at Rs. 650,000, while the maximum goes up to Rs. 850,000.
Officials further revealed that applicants who have already deposited their down payments will soon receive their vehicles.
The scheme prioritizes participation from the corporate sector, women, and professional drivers, aiming to promote environmentally friendly transportation while also delivering social and economic benefits across the province.