LAHORE – The Punjab government has made it mandatory for all new petrol pumps across the province to establish EV charging stations.
This decision aims to support the government’s initiative to promote electric vehicles and provide better infrastructure for EV owners. The decision marks a significant move towards sustainable energy and the promotion of electric vehicles (EVs) in Pakistan.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz shared the new instruction on her Facebook page, stating: “EV Charging Stations Made Mandatory at All New Petrol Pumps Across Punjab”.
The move is part of the provincial government’s broader efforts to reduce carbon emissions and promote eco-friendly transportation. The introduction of EV charging stations at petrol pumps will ensure that electric vehicle owners have access to convenient charging points, making the transition to electric vehicles easier and more practical.
The new rule applies to all new petrol stations and is expected to encourage more people to shift towards electric vehicles by providing the necessary infrastructure to support their use.
It is recalled that Pakistan launched its “New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy” in August 2025, which aims to increase the share of new energy vehicles to 30% of new vehicle sales by 2030, 50% by 2040, and achieve a net-zero transport fleet by 2060.
The initiative is a joint effort by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination (MoCC&EC), the Ministry of Industries and Production, and key industry stakeholders.
Earlier this year, Muhammad Saleem Shaikh, spokesperson for the Climate Change Ministry, told state media that the transport sector is a major contributor to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions in Pakistan. “Transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs) is critical for a healthier, greener, and economically stable future,” he said.
Mohammad Asif Sahibzada, Director General of the MoCC&EC, highlighted that EVs produce zero tailpipe emissions, which will significantly reduce urban smog and help Pakistan meet its Paris Agreement commitments. “This shift will also lower respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, particularly benefiting children and the elderly,” he added.
