Yango Pakistan and NowPDP Launch ‘Baikhtiyar Pakistan’ to Empower Drivers with Disabilities
Yango Pakistan, part of the global tech company Yango Group, has partnered with NOWPDP to launch Baikhtiyar Pakistan — an inclusive mobility and livelihood initiative aimed at creating sustainable earning opportunities for persons with disabilities through the Yango platform.
The program reflects Yango Group’s broader commitment to economic empowerment and digital inclusion across its markets. By reducing structural barriers to income generation, the initiative seeks to promote financial independence and workforce participation among persons with disabilities in Pakistan.
First Phase: Retro-Fitted Rickshaws
As part of the program’s initial phase, Yango Pakistan has distributed five specially retro-fitted rickshaws to individuals shortlisted by NOWPDP. The vehicles are designed to accommodate drivers with disabilities, enabling them to operate independently within the ride-hailing ecosystem.
The company plans to expand the fleet in future phases, scaling the initiative to reach more beneficiaries across the country.
Launch Ceremony in Karachi
The launch ceremony was held at the NOWPDP Centre of Excellence for Disability Inclusion in Karachi and was inaugurated by Saeed Ghani, Provincial Minister of Sindh for Labour and Information and Human Resources. The event was attended by senior government officials, representatives from international embassies, and leadership teams from both Yango Pakistan and NOWPDP.
Miral Sharif, Country Head at Yango Pakistan, emphasized that disability should not stand between opportunity and ambition. She highlighted the company’s commitment to advancing digital inclusion and creating sustainable earning models within the ride-hailing sector.
Amin Hashwani, President of NOWPDP, underscored the importance of public-private collaboration in driving systemic change. He noted that while initiatives like Baikhtiyar Pakistan demonstrate how innovation and social development can align, lasting impact will also require forward-looking legislation that supports workforce inclusion for persons with disabilities.
Driving Inclusive Growth
Through Baikhtiyar Pakistan, Yango aims to align technology with social impact — positioning itself not only as a mobility provider but as a partner in inclusive economic development. The initiative signals a growing emphasis on accessible entrepreneurship and equal opportunity within Pakistan’s evolving digital economy.
