Sindh shifts government fleet towards electric vehicles

The Sindh government has decided to gradually replace conventional vehicles used by provincial government departments with electric vehicles (EVs) as part of its efforts to reduce fuel expenses, ease the burden on the public exchequer and promote environmentally friendly technology.

The decision was taken during a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Austerity, chaired by Senior Provincial Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon in Karachi.

During the meeting, the committee agreed to introduce electric vehicles in government departments in phases, with a particular emphasis on prioritising EVs whenever new official vehicles are purchased.

The meeting also approved the purchase of vehicles for several government departments and institutions, including the Home Department, Anti-Corruption Establishment, Services, General Administration and Coordination Department, as well as universities and educational boards.

The committee stressed that electric vehicles should be given preference in future government vehicle procurement to gradually reduce dependence on conventional petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles.

Speaking during the meeting, Sharjeel Memon said the use of electric vehicles would help reduce fuel consumption and lower government expenditure, ultimately easing the financial burden on the provincial treasury.

He emphasised that government institutions should take the lead in adopting environmentally friendly technologies and shifting towards more sustainable modes of transportation.

The senior provincial minister said the transition to electric vehicles would not only help the government manage its operational expenses but also support broader efforts to promote cleaner energy and environmentally responsible practices.

The decision forms part of the Sindh government’s austerity measures, aimed at improving the use of public resources while encouraging government departments to adopt modern and sustainable technologies.

The phased replacement of conventional official vehicles is expected to help reduce recurring fuel costs and encourage wider adoption of electric mobility across the province.