The Sindh government has announced a plan to provide jobless young people with electric vehicles (EV) in easy instalments, with the objective of offering them a sustainable livelihood while promoting environmental sustainability.
The initiative, which aims to deal with the rising unemployment rate among young people, will provide them with eco-friendly EV taxis, enabling them to earn an income through driving. Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has directed the secretary of transport to engage with banks and financial institutions to explore various financial models for the project. The objective to develop easy repayment schemes, allowing unemployed individuals to gradually own the cabs.
During a recent meeting with officials from a Karachi-based company that assembles EV taxis, Memon was briefed in detail about the environmental benefits of these vehicles. He stated that the provision of EV taxis on easy instalments would not only help create jobs but also align with the provincial government’s vision of a greener Sindh.
The senior minister emphasised that the initiative would provide long-term employment for the youth, allowing them to support themselves through a sustainable source of income. He noted that the programme would contribute to the province’s commitment to environmental conservation by introducing eco-friendlier transport options. The project is expected to be rolled out soon, with the first batch of EV taxis aimed at providing a reliable and affordable option for unemployed youth in Sindh.
Published in News Daily on 09-January-2025.