The Lahore Traffic Police has established a new scooty driving school exclusively for women at Liberty Market as part of the Punjab government’s Women on Wheels initiative. The program is designed to encourage safer mobility while helping women gain greater independence through professional driving skills.
The newly opened training center aims to make transportation more accessible for women by offering structured lessons in both scooty riding and car driving. Officials say the initiative reflects the government’s broader commitment to empowering women through improved access to safe and reliable transportation.
The Women on Wheels initiative has been introduced to promote confidence, mobility, and economic opportunities for women across Punjab. By providing formal driving instruction, the program seeks to remove one of the key barriers many women face when it comes to commuting for education, employment, or personal responsibilities.
The driving school is staffed with trained instructors who guide participants through practical riding and driving techniques, road safety practices, and traffic regulations. The curriculum is intended to equip learners with the knowledge and confidence required to navigate roads responsibly and safely.
Authorities believe that increasing the number of trained female drivers can contribute to greater road safety while enabling more women to travel independently. For many participants, learning to operate a scooty or car can reduce reliance on public transport or family members, making daily travel more convenient.
The location at Liberty Market has been selected to ensure accessibility for women from different parts of Lahore. Participants will receive hands-on training in a controlled environment before progressing to practical road experience under instructor supervision.
Officials have emphasized that the initiative is not only about learning to drive but also about creating new opportunities. Improved mobility can help women pursue higher education, expand employment prospects, manage businesses, and participate more actively in social and economic life.
Over the years, the Punjab government has introduced several initiatives aimed at improving women’s access to transportation and encouraging greater participation in the workforce. The Women on Wheels program has remained one of the flagship efforts focused on increasing mobility through skill development and awareness.
Road safety remains a key component of the training. Learners are educated on traffic laws, defensive driving techniques, vehicle handling, and responsible road behavior to ensure they become safe and confident drivers. The emphasis on professional instruction also helps reduce the risks associated with informal driving practices.
The launch of the new scooty driving school marks another step toward promoting inclusive transportation across Lahore. By providing women with practical driving skills in a supportive learning environment, the initiative aims to foster greater independence while strengthening their ability to access education, employment, and everyday opportunities with confidence.