Sumreen Zahra: The First Female Bike Training Instructor in Pakistan
# Sumreen Zahra: The First Female Bike Training Instructor in Pakistan Bike riding is not only a convenient and affordable mode of transportation , but also a way of expressing freedom, independence , and empowerment . However, in Pakistan, where women face many social and cultural barriers, bike riding is often seen as a male-dominated activity that is not suitable or safe for women. Despite these challenges , more and more women in Pakistan are breaking the stereotypes and taking to the streets on their bikes, thanks to some initiatives and role models that are encouraging and supporting them. One of these role models is Sumreen Zahra , who claims to be the first female bike training instructor in Pakistan. She works at Shaheen Driving School, one of the top driving schools in Islamabad that offers driving courses for both men and women³. Zahra was trained by Shaheen Driving School and has professional experience in teaching female bike riding. She has trained hu...