KARACHI – Authorities in Karachi have intensified their efforts to improve road safety, issuing a strong warning to all residents about driving without a valid license.
DIG Traffic Pir Muhammad Shah announced that anyone found riding a motorcycle without a valid license in Karachi will face a fine of Rs20,000. He urged all motorists to ensure their licenses are updated and valid, stressing that no leniency will be shown toward violators of traffic laws.
According to the DIG, the speed limit for all vehicles—small or large—across Karachi has been fixed at 60 km/h. Drivers exceeding this limit will be fined for speeding. The official emphasized that these measures aim to ensure discipline and safety on the city’s busy roads.
The recently introduced “Faceless E-Challan” system has already started functioning across Karachi. On its first day, more than 2,662 electronic challans were issued within six hours, resulting in fines totaling over Rs12.5 million.
DIG Pir Muhammad Shah explained that the system had undergone several technical improvements before its launch. Despite that, thousands of violations were detected on the first day alone.
The majority of challans were issued for not wearing seatbelts (1,535), riding motorcycles without helmets (507), speeding (419), running red lights (166), and lane violations (3).
Officials said the new e-challan system is designed to minimize direct interaction between police officers and citizens. By automating the process, Karachi’s traffic department aims to ensure more transparency, accountability, and efficiency in law enforcement.
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The DIG further urged residents of Karachi to follow traffic rules responsibly, as the crackdown will continue in the coming weeks. Authorities believe that strict enforcement and technology-based monitoring will help reduce accidents and improve overall traffic management in the metropolis.
