The Sindh government has introduced a speed limit of 30 kilometers per hour (km / h) for heavy transport vehicles (HTVS) in Karachi, in order to respond to the growing problems of city traffic, said Express News reported on Tuesday.
The decision is part of a complete strategy aimed at improving road safety and applying more strict regulations on vehicles.
A high -level meeting chaired by the head -to -chief of Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah, was held in Karachi to discuss urban traffic issues.
The meeting included the main provincial ministers, the mayor of Karachi and senior police officials. During discussions, several important decisions were made, including the compulsory installation of trackers and dashboard cams in all heavy, light and public service.
The chief minister pointed out that all vehicles, both heavy and light, must install undergone protection devices and that oil tankers should not operate without the appropriate fittings.
He warned that the fitness certificates of vehicles without these protections would be revoked and that non -compliant vehicles would be entered. Future permits for these vehicles would only be granted on ministerial approval.
To rationalize traffic management, the government has also announced the introduction of a ticket system which will be fully automated and without species.
Transport, excise, license, traffic police and Nadra services will be interconnected for better coordination.
In addition, the chief minister ordered a overhaul of the traffic engineering office and its integration under the mayor of the administration of Karachi.
In order to ensure road safety, the government will also require international standard training before issuing driving licenses and will introduce a system of demerit points for licensees.
Repression will also be launched against illegal license plates, tinted windows, unauthorized sirens and dangerous motorcycles.
Addressing the issue of road accidents, the chief minister expressed his concern about the increase in the number of deaths and injuries in the city.
He urged police and district police to collaborate to reduce road accidents, stressing the importance of protecting human life.
During the briefing, the Inspector General of the Karachi Police shared that in 2024, more than 1.6 million traffic violations were recorded, with a total of Rs 133.6 million thin fines.
He also indicated that 512,190 vehicles were targeted in operations and 11,287 drivers were arrested.
