LAHORE: Authorities have installed more than 40,000 QR panic buttons across public transport vehicles in Lahore.
The safety devices have been placed in rickshaws, ride-hailing cabs, and other public transport vehicles. The initiative aims to improve passenger protection and emergency response.
The project was launched on the directives of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. Under the initiative, panic buttons have become mandatory for public transport vehicles.
Chief Traffic Officer Lahore Syed Abdul Rahim Shirazi shared details about the ongoing installation campaign. He said traffic teams are working at 45 locations across Lahore.
Teams have also been deployed across different traffic sectors. In addition, 12 dedicated teams are working specifically on rickshaw installations.
The QR panic buttons are part of wider efforts to modernize public transport safety. Authorities also want to bring transport services into the legal framework.
The initiative focuses on improving safety standards for both passengers and drivers. It also aims to make emergency responses quicker and more effective.
Technology is playing a growing role in Lahore’s traffic management system. Authorities are using digital solutions to improve transport monitoring and public safety.
Alongside the panic button campaign, Lahore traffic police have opened four new driving license centers. The centers were established after requests from rickshaw unions.
These facilities will provide easier access to licensing and related services. The move is expected to help rickshaw drivers complete required procedures more conveniently.
Shirazi said modern technology can make public transport safer and more efficient. He also highlighted the role of tracking systems in online ride-hailing services.
Modern tracking systems allow service providers to monitor passengers and drivers. They can also support faster responses during emergencies and safety-related incidents.
Traffic authorities have also decided to take action against ride-hailing companies. Operators failing to meet required safety standards could face enforcement measures.
Officials said transport companies must adopt essential safety and security features. The objective is to ensure better protection for passengers using public services.
The installation of QR panic buttons is part of a broader safety strategy in Lahore. Authorities are seeking to combine technology with improved traffic enforcement.
The QR panic buttons are expected to provide another safety option for passengers. Their installation also reflects the government’s focus on technology-based public transport solutions.
According to traffic authorities, digital measures are helping improve traffic discipline across the city. They are also supporting efforts to provide safer and more reliable transport services.
The government plans to continue using modern technology in traffic management. Officials said these measures could improve the overall quality of public transport in Lahore.
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The latest initiative covers thousands of vehicles across the city. Authorities are continuing installation work while monitoring compliance among transport operators.
