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The Punjab government has decided to expand the number of charging stations for electric vehicles in Lahore. Adopting the federal government’s policy, the provincial authorities have formulated a strategy to promote the installation of EV charging infrastructure in order to provide improved facilities to citizens.
According to officials, the issuance of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for new fuel stations has now been made conditional upon the installation of charging stations. A government spokesperson stated that owners establishing new petrol stations will be required to install at least two charging units. Under the new policy, the installation of charging stations will be mandatory at fuel stations across Lahore and the rest of the province.
He further noted that following recent fuel shortages, there has been a rapid shift among consumers toward electric vehicles, with a growing number of users transitioning to EVs. This shift has made the expansion of charging infrastructure increasingly necessary.
Officials also revealed that under the Punjab government’s e-taxi scheme, any firm providing 20 vehicles will be required to install charging stations free of cost. Upon completion of the scheme, more than 50 charging stations will be available at no cost.
They added that charging facilities for electric buses are already operational, and the government is now focusing on expanding infrastructure for privately owned electric vehicles as well.

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President of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Fahim ur Rehman Sehgal, has stated that it has become imperative for businesses to align their operations with the principles of sustainable development. He emphasized that growing global environmental awareness now requires industries and enterprises to adopt green business models in order to remain competitive and meet international standards.
He further stressed that business is no longer solely about profit-making; environmental protection and social responsibility have become integral components of modern enterprise. According to Fahim ur Rehman Sehgal, promoting green practices can not only help reduce environmental pollution but also ensure long-term economic stability.

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In a message on the occasion of World Zero Waste Day in Lahore, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said that cleaning the planet from pollution is a collective responsibility of all of us. She urged citizens to abandon the use of plastic and adopt waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable consumption practices to ensure a clean and safe environment.
She said that under the globally recognized “Suthra Punjab Programme,” practical steps are being taken to make all cities of Punjab zero waste. For the first time, the waste management programme is receiving international recognition, while garbage dumps are contributing to climate change and loss of biodiversity.
The Chief Minister further stated that garbage dumps across the province are being converted into green forests and solar parks. The ban on plastic bags has helped achieve zero waste targets, while farmers are being provided with super seeders on subsidy for agricultural waste management.
She also noted that strict enforcement of environmental laws is being ensured in industries. Similarly, modern electric vehicles and mechanized systems have been introduced, while waste-to-energy projects are also being launched to generate electricity and other useful products from waste.