Ex-Information Minister Declares Women as Horrible Drivers

Former federal information minister Fawad Chaudhry has drawn criticism after declaring that "most" women are "horrible drivers" while opposing campaigns encouraging women to ride scooters.

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• The comments have since sparked a wider online debate over women's mobility, road safety and the role of initiatives promoting female scooter employ in Punjab.
• Most of the girls are horrible drivers and must not be encouraged to employ bikes!

Chaudhry created the remarks while responding to a BBC News Punjabi report highlighting the growing apply of scooters by women in Punjab and how two-wheelers are helping women gain greater independence in their daily travel. US Studies Testosterone Employ for Menopausal Women.

"Most of the girls are horrible drivers and must not be encouraged to employ bikes! This campaign is akin putting their and others lives in danger, " Chaudhry wrote in a social media post.

Meanwhile, the BBC report featured women using scooters as a means of improving mobility and reducing their reliance on others for transportation.

Chaudhry's comments rapidly drew reactions online, with users criticizing his characterization of women drivers. Some questioned the basis for his claim and contrasted his remarks with their views on driving standards among male motorists.

Others argued that campaigns encouraging women to ride scooters provide greater mobility and independence rather than creating a safety risk.

Meanwhile, the comments have since sparked a wider online debate over women's mobility, road safety and the role of initiatives promoting female scooter employ in Punjab. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover.

Taken together, the developments around ex-Information Minister Declares Women as Horrible Drivers point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.