Sindh Provincial Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon announced plans to add more electric-vehicle (EV) and double-decker buses to Karachi's public transport system [1, 2].
This expansion aims to modernize one of the region's most congested urban centers. By shifting toward electric power and increasing passenger capacity, the provincial government seeks to lower carbon emissions and improve the efficiency of daily commutes for millions of residents.
Memon, who serves as the Senior Minister and Provincial Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit, said the initiative on Friday [2]. The plan focuses on integrating a higher volume of EV buses into the existing network to promote greener energy options [1, 2].
In addition to the electric fleet, the government will introduce more double-decker buses to the city's streets [1, 2]. These high-capacity vehicles are intended to alleviate urban congestion by moving more passengers per trip, reducing the total number of vehicles required on the road.
The initiative is part of a broader strategy to upgrade the city's infrastructure [1, 2]. The government intends to transition the public transport network away from older, polluting models toward a more sustainable, modern framework.
Officials said the project will prioritize the reduction of traffic bottlenecks in high-density areas [2]. By diversifying the types of buses available, the administration hopes to create a more flexible and scalable transit system that can adapt to Karachi's growing population [1, 2].
“Karachi will receive additional electric and double-decker buses to modernize transport.”
The shift toward electric and high-capacity buses represents a strategic attempt to address Karachi's chronic traffic congestion and air quality issues. By diversifying the fleet, the Sindh government is moving away from traditional internal combustion engines toward a sustainable urban mobility model that aligns with global trends in green infrastructure.
