In response to the Punjab government’s crackdown on drivers without proper licenses, an astounding 63,000 women swiftly applied for learning permits in the Lahore district within just 11 days.
However, the once-anticipated ease of navigating vehicles on Lahore roads has become a challenging endeavor, with a staggering 80 percent of female drivers falling short in their driving tests.
While female drivers diligently complete tasks ranging from fingerprints to computerized sign tests, difficulties surface during practical challenges like reversing a car, leading to a mere 20 percent passing rate for the driving test.
Rana Imran, overseeing the sector, has shed light on the feedback received from women in pursuit of licenses, underscoring the pressing need for further improvements in the existing system.
With the persistent demand for licenses among women, there is a growing chorus advocating for continual enhancements to the licensing process.
This call for improvements aims to better address the distinctive needs and challenges encountered by female drivers, ensuring a more supportive and effective system.
It is worth noting that Punjab government started the crackdown against drivers without a proper license in the aftermath of the DHA incident in Lahore, where a 14-year-old, in an act of revenge, crashed his vehicle into another, resulting in the tragic death of six family members.
