PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government has announced free transport for female students in remote districts.
The scheme will first cover areas like Kohistan, Torghar, Hangu, and Lakki Marwat. These regions often see low attendance due to transport issues.
Other districts, including Dera Ismail Khan, Charsadda, Kohat, and Bannu, will also be added.
District Education Officers have been told to start the project without delay.
The aim is to remove transport as a hurdle to education.
Similar steps in Punjab
The Punjab government has also approved a travel scheme for students.
A special student travel card will be introduced. It will support access to mass transit systems.
The initiative is being led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif.
Free travel for disabled people and senior citizens has also been approved.
Plans for a tram service are being prepared. The goal is to improve public transport for students and others.
