The Sindh government has announced a series of reforms aimed at improving traffic regulation across the province, including increased penalties and punishments for traffic violations.
This initiative was confirmed by Sindh Chief Secretary Asif Haider during a high-level meeting on traffic law reforms at the Central Police Office (CPO) in Karachi.
The meeting was attended by several top officials, including Inspector General of Sindh Police Ghulam Nabi Memon, Karachi Commissioner, and other senior law enforcement authorities.
The forum approved significant amendments to the Motor Vehicle Ordinance 1965, which will introduce higher fines and more severe penalties for violations across different categories, from motorcycles to heavy transport vehicles.
A notable reform includes the introduction of mandatory driving courses for new drivers to improve road safety.
One of the key proposals discussed during the meeting was to reduce the vehicle registration period from six months to just one month, which will likely help streamline the registration process and ensure regular checks for compliance with traffic laws.
In addition to penalties, the meeting focused on the introduction of safety and tracking devices in all commercial vehicles.
The proposal also includes the installation of dashboard and cabin cameras in commercial vehicles to improve accountability and assist in the enforcement of traffic regulations.
Sindh Chief Secretary Asif Haider assured that funding support for these reforms would be provided, emphasizing the importance of strict enforcement by both the police and transport department.
Furthermore, he stressed the need for launching a public awareness campaign to inform citizens about the new penalties and traffic rules in Sindh.
The announcement of these reforms comes in response to the growing number of traffic accidents in Karachi. According to reports, 264 people, including 37 children, have lost their lives in traffic accidents in Karachi so far in 2025.
One recent tragic incident involved a speeding water tanker that crushed a five-year-old boy to death in Karachi’s Baldia area. The incident occurred in Abidabad, where the boy, identified as Affan, was playing on the ground when the tanker struck him.
The increase in traffic fatalities, particularly among children, has highlighted the need for urgent and comprehensive reforms in traffic regulations across the province. The Sindh government’s measures aim to address these concerns and make the roads safer for all.
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