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Lahore has taken a major step toward sustainable law enforcement with the launch of electric and hybrid patrol vehicles for the Traffic Police, marking the start of Punjab’s first Green Policing Unit. Inaugurated by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz who also test-drove one of the vehicles the initiative aims to modernize traffic management while cutting fuel costs and carbon emissions.
The move aligns with Punjab’s broader push for cleaner transport and climate-conscious governance. With traffic congestion and air pollution among Lahore’s biggest challenges, the government is shifting police mobility toward electric solutions designed for dense urban environments.
The newly inducted fleet includes BYD electric patrol vehicles equipped with 360-degree cameras, advanced monitoring systems, police lights, and a public announcement system. Built for city patrols, each vehicle offers a range of up to 410 kilometers on a single charge, with fast-charging technology reaching 80% battery in just 30 minutes.
“These vehicles will enhance response time and visibility while significantly reducing environmental impact,” an official said during the launch ceremony.
Lahore Traffic Police will deploy the electric vehicles for routine patrols, traffic signal monitoring, violation enforcement, and rapid response. Authorities estimate annual savings of around 4,500 liters of fuel, alongside zero tailpipe emissions delivering cleaner air and lower operational costs.
Encouraged by early rollout, the Punjab government plans to expand the Green Policing Unit to other districts, positioning eco-friendly policing as a province wide standard and strengthening public trust through visible, modern enforcement.
