EV buses will play a central role in Sindh’s public transport expansion as the provincial government prepares to induct 500 electric buses and 50 double-decker buses to improve travel facilities across the province.

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Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon announced the plan while chairing a meeting on Saturday to review land allocation for bus depots and the transport strategy for upcoming public transport projects.

The meeting was attended by Transport Secretary Asad Zamin, Karachi Development Authority (KDA) Director General Asif Jan Siddiqui, deputy commissioners from Malir, Korangi, Karachi Central and Karachi West, and senior officials from relevant departments.

Officials briefed the minister on land requirements for bus depots, parking facilities and operational infrastructure needed for the new fleet.

The meeting also reviewed the availability of government land in different districts, proposed depot sites and future infrastructure requirements.

Sharjeel Inam Memon directed officials to complete the identification and allocation of suitable land for bus depots without delay.

He also instructed all deputy commissioners to identify vacant government land in their respective districts to support the construction of modern depots for mass transit services.

“The timely availability of proper depots and operational infrastructure is essential for the success of these projects,” the minister said.

He urged all relevant departments to coordinate closely and complete land identification and related arrangements as quickly as possible.

Sharjeel Inam Memon reaffirmed the Sindh government’s commitment to improving public transport by providing residents with modern, comfortable, environmentally friendly and world-class travel facilities.

The planned addition of electric and double-decker buses forms part of the province’s broader effort to modernise urban transport and promote cleaner, more sustainable mobility.