Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced a new bus service aimed at improving transportation for rural women across the province. The initiative, revealed on Saturday, includes a dedicated bus service connecting tehsils to district headquarters, with an inter-village transport system also under consideration.
In a phased plan, 25 buses will be introduced to remote districts as part of a mass transit system currently under review. During a meeting on Tuesday, the chief minister directed officials to create a comprehensive transportation plan, including subsidies for female passengers.
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Maryam Nawaz emphasized the importance of a modern and efficient transport system tailored to the needs of rural women, noting the challenges they face when commuting. “It is painful to see rural women travelling in uncomfortable conditions. A proper transport system will boost their confidence and facilitate students and female patients,” she said.
