Traffic violators face hefty fines in Karachi: Minister

Private wrong way driving vehicles will be fined Rs100,000 while government vehicles will be imposed a fine of Rs200,000 in Karachi, Sindh Home Minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjar said.

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He has approved fines for five major traffic violations, including wrong way driving by private and government vehicles.

Wrong way driving motorbikes will face a fine of Rs25,000. Driving without a licence will result in a fine of Rs50,000 for cars and Rs25,000 for motorbikes. A fine of Rs100,000 has been approved for one-wheeling or drifting for first-time offenders, but repeated offences will result in fines of Rs200,000 and Rs300,000.

Lanjar chaired a meeting to discuss amendments to the Motor Vehicles Rules. The session featured comprehensive discussions, consultations and proposals, resulting in effective and practical decisions.

Key decisions included mandatory fitness certification for both commercial and non-commercial vehicles, outsourcing vehicle fitness evaluations to third parties, and a complete ban on the sale of tinted windows, fancy lights and sirens. The meeting was briefed separately by the law secretary, the transport secretary and the Karachi traffic police chief on the necessary amendments to the Motor Vehicles Rules, the enforcement of traffic regulations, and other essential matters.