Authorities in Karachi and Punjab have issued public warnings after reports emerged of citizens receiving fake e-challan messages demanding immediate payment of traffic fines.
According to Karachi Traffic Police, scammers have begun sending fraudulent SMS messages falsely linked to mobile payment services such as Easypaisa. The police clarified that these messages are “fake, misleading and fraudulent” and have no connection with the traffic police or any government body.
Citizens have been urged not to share personal information or make payments through unverified links and numbers. For assistance, people can call the Karachi Traffic Police helpline at 1915.
In Punjab, the Safe City Authority has also raised alarm over fake challan messages. Officials confirmed that genuine e-challan SMS are only sent from the number 8070 and never request bank account details.
Any SMS received from numbers other than 8070 should be treated as fraudulent. Citizens are advised to verify their challans by clicking only on official links or by checking through ePay Punjab.
Both Karachi and Punjab authorities emphasized strict action against fraudsters and urged citizens to remain cautious. The public has been reminded that all official challan details are accessible only through designated government platforms.
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