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Sindh Plans to Replace Petrol-Powered Govt Vehicles With EVs​

The Sindh government has decided to gradually replace petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles used by provincial departments with electric vehicles (EVs), giving preference to electric models in future government purchases.

Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon announced the decision following a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Austerity, as the provincial administration looks to reduce fuel expenditure and operating costs while promoting cleaner transportation. The transition will be implemented gradually rather than through an immediate replacement of the existing government fleet.

EVs to Get Priority in Government Vehicle Purchases​

The meeting, chaired by Sharjeel Inam Memon, was attended by Local Government Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah, provincial secretaries and other officials. The committee reviewed government vehicle requirements, fuel consumption and measures to reduce departmental spending.

It also discussed vehicle purchases for the Home Department, Anti-Corruption Establishment, universities and educational boards. Under this decision, electric vehicles will receive preference over conventional petrol and diesel vehicles in future procurement.

Memon said the government intends to gradually move its official fleet towards electric mobility to reduce dependence on conventional fuels and lower recurring transport expenses.

Lower Fuel Costs and Emissions Among Key Objectives​

The transition forms part of the provincial government’s broader austerity measures, with fuel savings identified as a major priority. Replacing conventional vehicles with EVs could reduce direct fuel expenditure, although the overall financial benefit will depend on vehicle purchase prices, electricity costs, charging infrastructure and maintenance requirements.

Local Government Minister Nasir Hussain Shah also highlighted the environmental impact of conventional vehicle emissions, saying electric mobility was being encouraged within local government institutions.

Sindh’s Wider Electric Mobility Plans​

The decision follows several initiatives to expand electric transportation across the province. Sindh has already proposed procuring 500 electric buses as part of its public transport expansion program.

The provincial government has also extended tax and registration incentives for non-commercial electric vehicles until May 2028, including reduced registration fees and annual motor vehicle taxes.

The latest decision takes that approach into government fleet operations, potentially creating additional demand for electric vehicles through public sector procurement.