KARACHI: The Sindh Workers Welfare Board has announced an ambitious new initiative aimed at supporting women employed in the industrial sector by distributing 10,000 free electric motorcycles. The program was formally unveiled on Friday by Sindh Labor Minister Shahid Thaheem, who described the scheme as a major step toward empowering women and addressing their transportation challenges.
Thaheem explained that registration for the scheme has already begun through the board’s official website, www.wwbsindh.gov.pk. The program is open to women between the ages of 20 and 45 who are currently working in the industrial sector. In a bid to ensure inclusivity, the provincial government has also reserved a 20 percent quota for minorities, acknowledging their valuable contributions to the workforce.
Highlighting the transparency of the process, the labor minister noted that applications will be processed through a digital balloting system, thereby eliminating the possibility of human interference or favoritism. Successful applicants will then be required to secure a valid driving license within 60 days in order to receive their motorcycles.
Speaking at the launch, Thaheem emphasized that the initiative is not just about providing transport, but also about promoting dignity, independence, and equality for women in Pakistan. “Women make up half of the population, and the country cannot progress without their development,” he said. He added that access to reliable and safe transport remains one of the biggest challenges faced by working women, particularly in industrial areas, and that this scheme will play a significant role in addressing the issue.
The labor minister further underlined that including minorities in the project reflects the government’s recognition of their sacrifices and their vital role in the nation’s economic development.
By introducing electric motorcycles, the program also ties into broader environmental goals by encouraging sustainable and eco-friendly modes of transport. The scheme is being hailed as a progressive move that not only supports women’s mobility but also strengthens their participation in Pakistan’s industrial growth.
