The Punjab government has rolled out driving simulators in schools across 28 districts, a major step toward modernizing driver training and improving road safety standards.
🚦 Expansion Across Punjab
According to Punjab DIG Traffic Muhammad Waqas Nazir, simulators were installed in 20 new districts this month alone, raising the total from just 8 districts last month to 28 today.
By the end of this month, all 38 districts of Punjab are expected to be equipped with the technology.
📍 Where It Started
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First Phase: Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Faisalabad
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Second Phase: Gujranwala, Multan, Sahiwal, Okara, Gujrat, and others
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Now: Majority of Punjab’s districts, with full coverage expected soon
🎮 How the Training Works
Training with simulators is conducted in two stages:
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Simulator Practice: Learners first gain experience in a safe, controlled digital environment.
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On-Road Sessions: After virtual practice, students move to real-road driving with better confidence.
Officials believe this approach will produce more skilled and responsible drivers, reducing accidents and ensuring public safety.
🌟 CM Maryam Nawaz’s Vision
The project is part of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s “Safe and Modern Punjab” initiative, which focuses on advanced technology, safety reforms, and training innovation.
By shifting away from outdated training methods, Punjab aims to set a new standard in driver education across Pakistan.
