Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, announced a major financial commitment to promoting electric mobility in Pakistan under the newly launched National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30. Speaking during the official unveiling of the policy, Haroon shared that Rs. 9 billion has been earmarked for the fiscal year 2025–26 to subsidize 116,053 electric motorcycles and 3,171 electric rickshaws. This initiative is part of the government’s broader strategy to shift toward cleaner, more sustainable modes of transportation while making eco-friendly vehicles more accessible to the public.
A key feature of the subsidy program is its focus on inclusivity. Twenty-five percent of the allocated subsidies are reserved for women, aimed at providing them with affordable and safe transport options. This gender-focused allocation is designed to support women’s mobility, especially in urban and semi-urban areas, where transportation barriers often impact economic participation and independence. The government is not only addressing environmental goals through this initiative but also prioritizing social equity in mobility access.
Over a five-year span, the government anticipates spending more than Rs. 100 billion in cumulative subsidies to support the adoption of electric two- and three-wheelers. The consistent 25 percent allocation for women will be maintained throughout this period, ensuring ongoing access to sustainable mobility options for female riders and entrepreneurs.
To enable fair and transparent access to the subsidy scheme, the government has introduced a fully digital platform that will handle applications, verifications, and disbursements online. The digital system is expected to eliminate bottlenecks and manual processing delays, streamlining the entire process from application to grant delivery. It also ensures transparency in fund allocation and helps monitor the effectiveness of the program in real time.
This announcement forms a focused segment of the wider NEV Policy 2025–30, which lays out comprehensive goals for electric vehicle adoption, carbon reduction, fuel savings, and local industry development. While broader elements of the policy address infrastructure, manufacturing incentives, and energy efficiency, the electric bike and rickshaw subsidy program stands out as a direct intervention aimed at easing the cost burden on individuals looking to transition to electric vehicles.
More information on how to register for the subsidy and detailed eligibility criteria is expected to be released soon, offering citizens a clearer roadmap to take advantage of the support available. The government’s approach combines financial support with digital infrastructure to encourage faster EV adoption across key user segments. This step signals a move toward scalable, inclusive electrification in Pakistan’s transport sector, aligning with national efforts to reduce emissions, cut fuel imports, and support green industrial growth.
