Punjab Revises CM E-Bike Scheme Distribution Date for Students

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has announced a revised distribution schedule for electric bikes being provided to students under the CM E-Bike Scheme, with the first phase now set to begin in December rather than the previously planned November 5 date.

Speaking at a laptop distribution and Honhaar Scholarship ceremony in Jhelum on Tuesday, the chief minister explained that the delay was caused by the high volume of electric bikes currently being manufactured. She said the provincial government had initially intended to start handing over the bikes on November 5 but had to adjust the timeline to accommodate production requirements.

Maryam Nawaz urged students who have applied for the bikes to complete proper riding training before taking delivery and to wear helmets at all times for their safety. She noted that the electric scooter initiative is designed to make daily travel easier for students, especially those who face difficulties commuting to educational institutions.

The chief minister also underlined the importance of road safety, advising students to ride responsibly and to follow traffic rules while using the vehicles. The scheme is part of the Punjab government's broader effort to offer affordable and convenient transport options to young people across the province.

According to the announcement, 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 in the coming months. The revised schedule means students selected in the first phase will begin receiving their bikes from December onward.

The distribution event in Jhelum also included the awarding of laptops and Honhaar Scholarships, reflecting the provincial government's ongoing focus on education and student welfare alongside its transport initiatives.