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12 hours ago
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SMTA, KFC sign MoU to provide scooter training to women
KARACHI: Sindh Senior Minister and Provincial Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit Sharjeel Inam Memon stated that the Sindh government is taking comprehensive measures to empower women. He emphasized that the Pakistan Peoples' Party (PPP) has always advocated for women's rights. He highlighted that Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto took historic initiatives such as establishing the First Women's Bank, setting up Women's Police Stations, and distributing land to landless women farmers. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Sindh Mass Transit Authority (SMTA) and the renowned international food chain KFC at a local hotel in Karachi. The MoU was signed by SMTA Managing Director Kamal Hakim Dayo and KFC CEO Raza Pirbhai. Sindh Senior Minister for Transport Sharjeel Inam Memon, Secretary Transport Asad Zamin, and other senior officials were present at the ceremony. Under the agreement, the Sindh government, in collaboration with KFC, will establish training centers in all divisional headquarters across Sindh to provide scooter driving training for women. Addressing the ceremony, Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon stated that President Asif Ali Zardari launched the country's largest income support program, which provided financial assistance to millions of women. He added that during the PPP's tenure, women were issued national identity cards and granted the right to vote. He stated that Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari pledged to rebuild two million houses destroyed in the recent floods, with ownership rights being granted to women. He noted that this initiative represents the world's largest housing project. Sharjeel Memon said that the Pink Bus was Pakistan's first women-only public transport project, which received praise from international media. He added that the government has now decided to provide free Pink EV Scooties to women to help them become more independent. He stated that so far, 8,000 women have applied for free scooters, out of which 140 already hold driving licenses. KFC has offered to provide driving training for women and cover their license fees. Raza Pirbhai added that the training will be conducted at divisional headquarters. Sharjeel Memon stated that the bidding process for this project will be transparent, and scooters will be distributed purely on merit. He added that the Sindh government will soon launch a Pink Taxi Service, and more buses, including double-decker buses, are expected to arrive in Pakistan next month. Sharjeel Memon said that the Sindh government has also introduced Pakistan's first electric buses. He added that the country has recently overcome a major challenge, and now it is time for all of us to work together to move the nation forward. On the occasion, KFC CEO Raza Pirbhai hosted a reception in honour of the distinguished guests and expressed pride in being part of this important initiative to empower women in collaboration with the Sindh government. He stated that KFC is committed to not only creating employment opportunities for women but also ensuring they are given the full right to lead a dignified life. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
5 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Success of ‘Bunyān Mursas': Special Thanksgiving Day ceremony held at FPCCI
KARACHI: A special Thanksgiving Day ceremony was held in Karachi under the auspices of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FPCCI) to celebrate the success of Operation 'Bunyān Mursas'. The event was graced by Sindh's Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon as the chief guest. Sharjeel Inam Memon, Provincial Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit, stated: "Alhamdulillah, Pakistan has won this war with pride—this is a historic victory for the nation." He added that May 10th would always remain a memorable day for him at the age of 51. He emphasized that Pakistan's armed forces and political leadership united to deal a historic defeat to the enemy, and this victory belongs to the collective struggle of 250 million people. He further stated that Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto laid the foundation of Pakistan's nuclear program, and Shaheed Benazir Bhutto made the country's defense invincible by introducing missile technology. Sharjeel Inam Memon remarked that today, travelling abroad on a Pakistani passport is a matter of pride. Criticizing the Indian media, he said that it was only spreading lies and that defamation cases should be filed globally against such organizations. He praised the Pakistani media for broadcasting verified news and said that our fighter pilots made the enemy taste bitter defeat. Senator Sarmad Ali said that by the grace of Almighty Allah, Pakistan achieved success on every front, and under the leadership of Field Marshal General Asim Munir, the enemy was thoroughly defeated. He also commended the Pakistani media for acting responsibly and praised Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for effectively projecting Pakistan's stance on the international stage. The participants paid glowing tribute to the Pakistan Armed Forces, saying that Operation 'Bunyān Mursus' delivered a strong and decisive response to the enemy. Saqib Fayyaz Maggoon said, "We thank Allah that the Pakistan Army upheld the nation's honour and proved that 'Pakistan is a formidable defensive power." Faisal Zahid Malik paid a heartfelt tribute to 'Field Marshal General Asim Munir', stating that he united the nation as one he remarked that a few months ago, a divided nation had now transformed into a solid, unified front. During the ceremony, participants also paid deep tribute to Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Field Marshal General Asim Munir and the martyrs of the nation, stating that Pakistan not only won the war but also asserted its dominance on diplomatic, political, and media fronts. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
26-05-2025
- Business Recorder
Sindh govt launches drive against excessive fares ahead of Eid
KARACHI: The Transport and Mass Transit Department, Government of Sindh, has launched a campaign against the overcharging of fares ahead of Eid-ul-Adha. In this regard, Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has issued instructions to the IG Sindh Police, all Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners, and senior officers of the Transport and Traffic Police. Senior Minister of Sindh, Sharjeel Inam Memon, has directed all Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners to take immediate action against transporters charging excessive fares in their respective areas. Senior Minister and Provincial Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit, Sharjeel Inam Memon, has stated that Eid is a time to be spent with family, and no one has the right to take advantage of people's needs. He emphasized that nobody would be permitted to take advantage of the public on this day. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
24-05-2025
- Automotive
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Electric scooters to women: Sindh govt to hold ballot next month
KARACHI: The Sindh government has decided to hold a balloting next month to distribute electric scooters to women. In the first phase of the project, 1,000 women will receive electric scooters, and all necessary arrangements have been finalized. A high-level meeting was held in Karachi, chaired by Sindh Senior Minister and Provincial Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit, Sharjeel Inam Memon, to review in detail the progress of major transport projects including EV taxis and EV scooters. Sharjeel Inam Memon said that EV taxis and scooters are not only a source of employment for the youth but will also play a vital role in enhancing women's mobility and improving the environment. He added that the government is striving to launch the EV taxi project alongside the distribution of EV scooters among women by June 2025. The meeting was attended by Secretary Transport Asad Zamin, MD SMTA Kamal Dayo, CEO Trans Karachi Fawad Ghaffar Soomro, Director Yellow Line Zameer Abbasi, and other officials. The Project Director of the Yellow Line informed the meeting that a key component of the Yellow Line BRT project, the Jam Sadiq Bridge, will be completed by June 2025, three months ahead of the scheduled timeline of September 2025. He also informed that work on Depot 1 and Depot 2 is moving at a fast pace, and both are being completed ahead of time. Speaking on the Red Line BRT project while briefing, the CEO of Trans Karachi said intensive work is now in progress on building depots, stations, and the biogas plant. Sharjeel Inam Memon asked all the concerned institutions to complete the projects timely and of high standards so that modern, safe and reliable transportation facilities can benefit citizens. He further added that the early execution of the Jam Sadiq Bridge is a good thing, but such pace should be kept on all other projects as well. In the meantime, he underlined the imperative need of at least 500 new buses to deal with the transport issues in rural and urban Sindh. The meeting also saw a thorough debate on the EV taxi and scooter projects. Sharjeel Inam Memon said that since taking over the management of the Green Line BRT project, its performance has improved significantly. Daily rider ship has increased from 50,000 to 61,000, reflecting public trust and the success of the Sindh government's policies. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
20-05-2025
- Automotive
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Sharjeel, Nasir visit Chery Holdings Group's HQs
WUHU, (China): Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon and Provincial Minister for Energy, Planning, and Development Syed Nasir Hussain Shah visited the headquarters of the Chinese automobile company Chery Holdings Group in Wuhu, China. Upon their arrival at Chery Holdings Group, they were warmly welcomed by the Chairman, Yin Tongyue. In a meeting with Provincial Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah and Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, Chairman Yin Tongyue reiterated Chery Holdings' resolve for sustainable development of electric vehicles and alternative energy projects. Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon and Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah hailed Chery's initiative and once again expressed Pakistan's resolve to enhance such collaborations in a bid to meet the objectives of sustainable development. They termed such collaborations as imperative for driving energy efficiency and environmental sustainability in Pakistan. Due to the initiatives of Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, Chery Holdings Group has agreed to set up electric vehicle charging stations throughout Sindh. Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon stated that an EV charging station will be established every fifty kilometres across all districts of Sindh. He added that these charging stations will greatly benefit owners of electric motorcycles, cars, and trucks. He said that the transport system in Sindh is being modernized and that their vision is to promote environmentally friendly electric vehicles. Chery Holdings Group has confirmed that EV charging stations will be built in Sindh. The construction of these stations will provide job opportunities to the people of Sindh as well. Apart from this, an assembly plant for EV mini trucks is being established in Karachi. Sharjeel Inam Memon stated that the establishment of charging stations and assembly plants will create employment opportunities for the local population and make electric vehicles available at affordable prices. Provincial Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah stated that Chinese investors have assured full cooperation on solar energy projects in rural areas of Sindh. The solarization of homes will help reduce the energy crisis and serve as a significant milestone in promoting environmentally friendly energy solutions. He said that solar systems are being provided to poor families to help meet their daily energy needs. The solarization of homes will enable ordinary people to easily fulfil their electricity requirements. Provincial Minister Syed Nasir Hussain Shah said that the solarization of homes will help the common man save on expensive electricity bills and significantly reduce problems like load shedding. It will also boost the local economy, create new employment opportunities, and contribute to the socio-economic development of rural areas. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
