Sindh Government to Launch 1,000 Electric Buses in Karachi

The Sindh government, under Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, has approved the rollout of 1,000 electric buses across Karachi through its Peoples Green Transport Project. The move aims to transform city transit, reduce pollution, and support sustainable urban mobility.

• Deployment plan: 1,000 e-buses—600 (12 m long) + 400 (8 m short)

• Procurement model: Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with phase-wise scaling

• Service model: Operator paid per-kilometre over a 10-year concession—assets transfer to government

• Infrastructure build: 10 new bus depots; charging and maintenance facilities

• Primary goal: Boost eco-friendly transportation aligned with urban climate strategy

• 12‑metre buses: 600 units; ideal for main corridors with high passenger volumes

• 8‑metre buses: 400 units; suited for feeder routes and narrow roads

• 10 bus depots: Planned across Karachi to optimize operations and reduce deadhead distance

• PPP structure: Risk and operational management shared with expert private consortia evaluated via transaction advisers

Green Transportation Push

Electric buses cut fuel consumption and help lower carbon emissions in Pakistan’s largest city

Cleaner Air for Karachi

Karachi’s air quality improves as buses run on electricity, reducing urban pollution and health risks.

Modern Transit System

Integration with Karachi’s BRT network (Green, Orange, Red lines) enhances commuter mobility

Economic Impact

• Job creation: New roles in operations and maintenance

• Business growth: Opportunities for EV infrastructure providers

• Foreign investment readiness: PPP model attracts global green mobility investors

• People's Bus Service: Earlier phases added diesel, hybrid, and some public electric buses

• EV Policy Synergy: Federal subsidies on EVs and charging station incentives align with this rollout

• Urban expansion: As Karachi grows, so will the eco-friendly bus fleet size

• Infrastructure synergy: PPP framework applicable to rail, trams, and intercity travel

• Model adoption: Other Pakistani cities (e.g., Lahore, Peshawar) may replicate this success

• Climate goals: Supports Pakistan's commitments under global climate agreements

With its 1,000-bus electric fleet plan, Sindh is taking a bold step toward greener, smarter urban transit in Karachi. The PPP model allows efficient rollout, risk sharing, and stronger service governance. As infrastructure and operations evolve, Karachi is set to become a model for sustainable public transport in South Asia.