CM Maryam announces QR panic button for buses, taxis and rickshaws

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced the launch of a QR Panic Button system in public transport, including buses, rickshaws and taxis, as part of what she described as her vision for a “Digital and Safe Punjab.”

In a post on X, the chief minister said the initiative aims to improve commuter safety, particularly for women, children and senior citizens.

“The safety of women, girls, children, senior citizens and every commuter remains my top priority,” CM Maryam said.

She said that passengers will be able to scan a QR code to instantly verify vehicle and driver details, share their live location with family members, and connect with Emergency-15 through voice call, video call or live chat in case of an emergency.

She said the system will automatically share the passenger’s live location and vehicle information with the Safe City Control Room, allowing real-time monitoring and quicker police response through the Safe Cities network.

CM Maryam added that vehicle owners and drivers can obtain the QR Panic Button free of cost through the Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) website and mobile application.

The chief minister said the initiative was developed through “indigenous innovation” by the PSCA and integrated with Punjab’s Safe Cities and Emergency 15 systems.

“This initiative transforms every public transport vehicle into a connected safety point, making help just one scan away,” she added.