Criticism has arisen over the Education Ministry’s decision to allocate 20 school buses for the ‘Pink Bus Project’, aimed at aiding working women, while neglecting the transportation needs of students in Islamabad. The move has been called a “publicity stunt” by critics, who highlight the financial strain on underprivileged families who cannot afford the high transport fees for their children attending FDE-run schools. The decision has sparked debate in the National Assembly, with lawmakers questioning the prioritization of the Pink Bus Project over student transportation. Despite the backlash, officials defend the move, stating that the buses will bridge the rural-urban education gap and promote education in rural areas.
