Green Mobility Gets a Boost with Eco-Friendly Transit Pilot on Canal Road
LAHORE, July 2025: In a groundbreaking step toward sustainable urban mobility, Lahore has received its first electric tram, imported from China, as part of a pilot project aimed at modernizing the city’s public transportation network. The initiative follows the successful launch of the Orange Line Metro Train and electric buses, reinforcing Punjab’s vision for a cleaner, smarter transit system.
According to officials, the three-compartment electric tram, capable of carrying up to 250 passengers, will undergo testing along Canal Road. The vehicle requires just 10 minutes of charging to travel 25–27 kilometers, making it highly energy-efficient and suitable for Lahore’s traffic corridors.
The Ali Town Depot is currently preparing the tram for its first test run. Authorities will evaluate its road compatibility, commuter feedback, and operational efficiency before scaling the project citywide. As part of the Punjab government’s broader clean transport agenda, the tram aims to reduce urban pollution, traffic congestion, and reliance on fossil fuels.
If successful, officials confirm that additional trams may be introduced across other major Lahore routes, marking a significant leap forward in eco-friendly public transport for Pakistan’s second-largest city.