Govt of Pakistan launches free and subsidized e-scooters for women in 2025. Check eligibility, provinces, and how to apply in Sindh, Balochistan & more.
🚨 2025: A Milestone Year for Women’s Mobility in Pakistan
In a bold step towards empowering women, the Government of Pakistan has introduced multiple electric scooter (e-scooter) schemes for women across provinces. These programs aim to boost safe, independent travel for female students, healthcare workers, and professionals.
From Sindh to Balochistan and federal initiatives, 2025 is seeing the largest women-centric mobility plan in Pakistan’s history.
✅ Key Government Schemes for Women’s E-Scooters
🟣 1. Sindh Government: 1000 Free Pink E-Scooters
- Launch Date: February 2025
- Announced By: Chief Minister Sindh
- Scooters Count: 1,000 pink electric scooters
- Target Group: Students, working women
This scheme focuses on providing safe and eco-friendly travel options to women across urban Sindh.
Eligibility Criteria – Sindh
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female only |
| Residency | Permanent resident of Sindh |
| Age | 18 years and above |
| License | Valid learner or motorcycle license |
| Status | Student or employed woman (teacher, nurse, etc.) |
| Other Condition | Scooter cannot be sold for 7 years |
🔵 2. Balochistan Govt: Pink Scooty & E-Bike Scheme
- Launched In: Quetta, February 2025
- Mode: Subsidized e-scooters
- Coverage: Expanding beyond Quetta
- Govt Support: Covers up to 80% of cost
This initiative supports women in remote and underserved areas, making mobility easier for students and female staff.
Eligibility Criteria – Balochistan
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female only |
| Residency | Initially for Quetta residents |
| Age | 18 years and older |
| Priority | Given to low-income applicants |
| Status | Student, teacher, or healthcare worker |
| Condition | Must complete safety & riding training |
🟢 3. Federal Govt: Women on Wheels (WOW) Program
- Regions Covered: All provinces + AJK & GB
- Focus Groups:
- Female entrepreneurs
- College & university students
- Lady health workers
- Polio campaigners
- Support:
- E-scooter subsidies
- Installment financing
- Training workshops
Eligibility Criteria – WOW Program
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female only |
| Age | 18+ |
| License | Must have or be willing to obtain a two-wheeler license |
| Status | Working woman or student |
| Regions | Punjab, Sindh, KP, Balochistan, GB, AJK |
🔴 4. Federal E-Bike Scheme – Women’s Student Quota
- Launch Date: November 2024 (Phase I)
- Total Bikes: 40,000
- Free Units for Women: 120
- Target: Top-performing students
- Distribution Areas: All major cities
Eligibility Criteria – E-Bike Student Quota
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male & Female (reserved female quota) |
| Age | 16+ (guardian consent under 18) |
| Proof | Academic record + CNIC/B-form |
| Type | High achievers in Matric, Inter, or University |
🎯 Why These Schemes Are Game-Changers
- 🚺 Independence for women in education and employment
- 🌱 Eco-friendly transportation for a greener Pakistan
- 🛡️ Boosts safety, especially in regions with limited public transport
- 💼 Encourages women to join the workforce with confidence
- 🛠️ Opens job opportunities in electric vehicle training and maintenance
📋 How to Apply
| Program | Apply At | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Sindh Govt | www.sindh.gov.pk | Balloting begins May 2025 |
| Balochistan | Local DC Offices | Applications open now |
| Women on Wheels | pmsru.pmo.gov.pk | Ongoing |
| Federal E-Bike | www.ebike.gov.pk | Phase II starts July 2025 |
💬 Voices of Change
“This scooter means I don’t have to wait for buses or pay for rides. It’s freedom.”
— Zoya, student from Karachi
“I can now visit patients in rural areas on time. Thank you, Balochistan govt!”
— Shazia, healthcare worker in Quetta
📌 Final Words
The 2025 e-scooter rollout is more than a transport scheme — it’s a social shift. From Karachi to Quetta, Pakistan is witnessing a mobility revolution for women.
If you qualify, apply now and become part of this transformation!
