Key Takeaways
- Former federal information minister Fawad Chaudhry criticized women drivers on social media.
- His comments drew widespread criticism and debate online.
- The incident sparked discussions on women’s mobility and road safety.
Former federal information minister Fawad Chaudhry has faced backlash after declaring that 'most' women are 'horrible drivers' in a social media post, opposing campaigns encouraging women to ride scooters.
Chaudhry’s statement, made in response to a BBC News Punjabi report on the growing use of scooters by women in Punjab, drew immediate criticism from users online who questioned the basis of his claim.
The BBC report highlighted how scooters are helping women gain greater independence in their daily travel, a point Chaudhry dismissed, stating that encouraging women to use bikes 'is akin to putting their and others' lives in danger.'
His comments have sparked a wider online debate over women’s mobility, road safety, and the role of initiatives promoting female scooter use in Punjab.
Critics argued that campaigns encouraging women to ride scooters provide greater mobility and independence, rather than creating a safety risk.
Chaudhry’s remarks have drawn attention to the ongoing discussions around women’s rights and safety on the roads in Pakistan.
The incident highlights the complex interplay between gender, mobility, and public policy in the country.
While Chaudhry’s statement has been widely criticized, it has also prompted a broader conversation about the challenges women face when it comes to driving and the need for inclusive policies.
Most of the girls are horrible drivers and must not be encouraged to use bikes!! This campaign is akin putting their and others lives in danger.
Fawad Chaudhry, Former federal information minister
