The Punjab government has expanded its Women on Wheels initiative by launching a new women only scooty driving school at Liberty Market in Lahore. Managed by Lahore Traffic Police, the program offers free scooty riding lessons, driving education, learner permit guidance, and practical road safety training for women.
The initiative aims to improve women’s mobility, confidence, and economic independence by helping them travel safely and independently. Female instructors lead all training sessions in a secure women to women learning environment.
Alongside free training, the government also continues to support women through subsidized and interest free bike schemes for students and working women across Punjab.
What is the Women on Wheels Program
Women on Wheels is a Punjab government initiative designed to help women overcome mobility challenges and gain safe access to education, workplaces, and public spaces.
The program focuses on:
- Free scooty and motorcycle training
- Women only driving schools
- Driving license assistance
- Basic vehicle maintenance education
- Subsidized motorcycle and e bike schemes
According to Lahore Traffic Police, more than 7,000 women have already completed training through different centers across the city.
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New Liberty Market Driving School
The latest women only driving school under the Women on Wheels initiative has officially opened at Liberty Market in Lahore. Managed by Lahore Traffic Police, the center offers both scooty and car driving training in a secure environment designed specifically for women.
Female instructors conduct all training sessions through a women to women service model to ensure learners feel safe and comfortable throughout the course. Scooty and motorcycle training is completely free of cost, while women who want to add car driving lessons can join the program for a fee of PKR 10,000.
Chief Traffic Officer Syed Abdul Raheem Shirazi said the initiative aims to support women’s mobility, confidence, and independence through professional driving education.
Women Driving School Locations in Lahore
Women can register at multiple driving schools across Lahore.
| Driving School | Location |
|---|---|
| Liberty Driving School | Liberty Market |
| Aabshar Driving School | Opposite Kinnaird College Jail Road |
| Women on Wheels Center | LOS Ferozepur Road |
| Driving School DHA | DHA Lahore |
| Driving School Township | Township |
| Driving School Garden Town | Garden Town |
| Driving School Greater Iqbal Park | Greater Iqbal Park |
| Driving School Kahna | Kahna |
| Driving School Bahria Town | Bahria Town |
| Driving School Manawan | Police Lines Manawan |
Timings
- Monday to Saturday
- 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Course Structure and Training Details
The training program combines both practical and theoretical lessons.
What Women Learn
- Scooty and motorcycle riding
- Basic car driving
- Traffic rules and road safety
- Routine vehicle maintenance
- Basic electrical and mechanical knowledge
- Handling minor roadside issues
Course Details
| Course Feature | Information |
|---|---|
| Course Duration | 3 Weeks |
| Training Type | Practical and theoretical |
| Certificate | Provided after completion |
| Safety Gear | Provided by centers |
| Training Vehicles | Provided by schools |
CM Punjab Interest Free Bike Scheme
The Punjab government also offers subsidized and interest free bikes for students and working women through the CM Punjab Bike Scheme.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Hold a valid learner permit or driving license
- Be enrolled in an HEC recognized institution
- Have a Punjab domicile or study in Punjab cities
- Apply as one candidate per family
Special Benefits for Women
| Benefit | Female Applicants |
|---|---|
| Down Payment | Fully covered |
| Registration Charges | Paid by government |
| Monthly Installment | Around PKR 2,100 |
| Interest Rate | Zero percent |
| Urban Quota | 50 percent reserved |
| Rural Quota | 30 percent reserved |
Documents Required to Join Free Scooty Training
Women applying for training or bike schemes may need:
- Original CNIC
- Passport size photographs
- Learner permit or driving license
- Student ID or enrollment certificate
The Women on Wheels program continues to play an important role in improving women’s independence and mobility in Punjab. Safe transportation gives women easier access to education, jobs, healthcare, and daily activities.
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Officials believe the expansion of women only driving schools will encourage more women to learn driving skills in a secure environment while reducing dependence on public transport.
With the launch of the new Liberty Market center and the continuation of subsidized bike schemes, Punjab is further strengthening efforts to support women through safer and more accessible transportation opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Women on Wheels is a Punjab government initiative that provides free scooty and motorcycle training for women through women only driving schools. The program helps women travel independently and safely.
Yes, scooty and motorcycle riding lessons are free at designated Women on Wheels driving schools operated by Lahore Traffic Police.
The newly launched women scooty driving school is located at Liberty Market in Lahore under the Women on Wheels initiative.
Most women driving schools in Lahore operate from Monday to Saturday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Women usually need a valid CNIC, passport size photographs, and in some cases a learner permit or driving license for registration.
The course teaches scooty riding, traffic rules, road safety, parking, and basic vehicle maintenance to help women drive confidently.
The standard training course usually lasts around three weeks and includes both practical and classroom sessions.
Yes, several Lahore Traffic Police driving schools also offer car driving lessons for women through female instructors.
No, the training centers provide scooties, motorcycles, and safety equipment during the lessons.
Women can visit any designated women driving school in Lahore with their CNIC and complete the registration process directly at the center.
