ISLAMABAD — Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced a revised distribution schedule for electric bikes under the CM E-Bike Scheme for students. Speaking at a laptop distribution and Honhaar Scholarship ceremony in Jhelum on Tuesday, November 10, Maryam said the first phase of distribution would now begin in December instead of November 5.
She explained that the delay resulted from the large number of electric bikes being manufactured. The chief minister said the government had initially planned to start distribution on November 5 but had to revise the schedule. Maryam also urged students who had applied for the bikes to complete proper riding training and wear helmets to ensure their safety.
She added that the electric scooter scheme aims to make daily travel easier for students, particularly those who face difficulties commuting to educational institutions. She also emphasized the importance of road safety, advising students to ride responsibly and follow traffic rules. The Punjab government launched the second phase of its electric bike scheme for students in September 2026, with plans to provide electric bikes to eligible applicants.