ransport infrastructure in the Punjab has long mirrored the inertia of fragmented governance. Congested roads and a widening urban-rural mobility divide are the hallmarks of this inertia. In 2025, the Punjab government launched a sweeping overhaul aimed at re-engineering public mobility through electrification, metro expansion and digital transparency. This is not merely a transit upgrade; it is a governance prototype.

The deployment of over 1,100 electric buses, including 613 newly inducted across major cities, marks a decisive pivot toward climate-conscious policy. These zero-emission vehicles, equipped with CCTV, automated doors and low boarding platforms, reflect a commitment to environmental justice and urban dignity. The initiative aligns with Pakistan’s climate obligations and signals a shift from reactive infrastructure to anticipatory planning.

Equally significant is the expansion of Metro and Bus Rapid Transit corridors, including the Rs 10 billion Yellow Line in Lahore. Alongside this, feasibility studies and seed funding have been allocated for mass transit systems in Faisalabad, Gujranwala and Lahore, signaling a commitment to scalable urban........

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