CDA says 160 electric buses are operating on 21 routes, with a target to serve around 250,000 passengers each day.

ISLAMABAD, October 16, 2026: Islamabad’s electric bus service is helping more residents travel across the capital, with around 150,000 passengers using the service daily, according to the Capital Development Authority (CDA).

The authority says 160 electric buses are currently operating across 21 routes. It plans to increase daily ridership to approximately 250,000 by expanding transport coverage and encouraging more people to use public transport.

The update reflects CDA’s efforts to improve public transport and offer residents a modern, comfortable and more environment-friendly way to travel.

Electric buses serving daily commuters

The electric bus service is used by students, office workers and other residents travelling to different parts of Islamabad.

The service aims to provide affordable, reliable and convenient travel options while reducing the need for private vehicles. Greater use of electric buses can also help reduce pollution caused by road traffic.

CDA plans to increase passenger numbers

CDA aims to raise daily ridership from around 150,000 to approximately 250,000 passengers. To reach this target, the authority plans to improve route coverage and make the service more useful for daily commuters.

The focus is on helping more people reach their destinations through public transport instead of depending entirely on cars and other private vehicles.

New depot to support the growing service

Along with expanding its bus network, CDA is developing facilities needed to keep the buses running smoothly. These include modern bus depots and electric charging facilities.

The authority says its newly inaugurated electric bus depot has been designed to accommodate 64 charging units. This infrastructure is intended to support the growing fleet and improve the reliability of bus operations.

A step toward cleaner public transport

Electric buses can help reduce local vehicle emissions and give residents another option for daily travel. However, the long-term impact will depend on service reliability, route coverage and how many people choose to use the buses.

CDA says it will continue working to improve routes, bus operations, charging facilities and passenger convenience as Islamabad’s transport needs grow.