Punjab E-Bike Scheme Adds Free Helmets, Safety Rods and Training for Students

Students chosen for the second phase of Punjab's Chief Minister E-Bike Scheme will receive more than just an electric bike, with the provincial government confirming that each successful applicant will also get a free helmet and a safety rod, according to ProPakistani.

Alongside the safety equipment, recipients will attend two days of training on how to use their electric bikes properly. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has separately instructed officials to arrange free driving lessons for successful female applicants so that they can operate their vehicles safely and confidently.

The programme is designed to ease daily travel for students, especially those who struggle to reach colleges and universities. The electric bikes are being offered through a subsidised installment plan under which students will pay Rs. 3,028 per month, while the provincial government will cover the interest and insurance costs.

Officials have not yet released a full schedule showing when and where the training sessions will take place. Distribution of the 100,000 electric bikes is set to begin in December 2026.

The addition of helmets, safety rods and training reflects a broader effort to pair the transport subsidy with practical road-safety measures for young riders. Students awaiting their bikes are advised to watch for further announcements from the provincial government regarding training dates and delivery arrangements.