Punjab has rolled out a major overhaul of its traffic penalty system after the governor signed off on a new ordinance proposed by the provincial Law Department.
The revised fines are designed to clamp down on speeding, signal jumping, vehicle overloading, and harmful emissions.
Officials say the updated structure is meant to act as a strong financial deterrent, encouraging safer driving practices and tackling persistent violations.
Speeding Fines
The ordinance sharply increases penalties for speeding across all types of vehicles. Motorcyclists will now face a Rs. 2,000 fine for exceeding speed limits, while drivers of motorcars will be charged Rs. 5,000. Authorities believe tougher measures are necessary due to a surge in reckless driving, particularly in busy urban zones.
Increased Fines for Traffic Signal Violations
Drivers who ignore red lights will also see heavier fines. The penalty breakdown is as follows:
- Three-wheelers: Rs. 3,000
- Cars: Rs. 5,000
- 2,000cc vehicles: Rs. 10,000
- Vehicles above 2,000cc: Rs. 15,000
Officials argue that larger vehicles pose greater road safety risks and should therefore face stronger repercussions.
Overloading Fines Increased
The government has also revised penalties for vehicles carrying excessive loads:
- Three-wheelers: Rs. 3,000
- Vehicles below 2,000cc: Rs. 5,000
- Vehicles above 2,000cc: Rs. 10,000
- Trailers: Rs. 15,000
Transport authorities warn that overloading contributes to fatal accidents and damages road infrastructure.
Penalties for Polluting Vehicles
To tackle air pollution, the ordinance introduces new fines for vehicles emitting smoke beyond permissible limits:
- Motorcycles: Rs. 2,000
- Three-wheelers: Rs. 3,000
- Large vehicles: Rs. 8,000
- Commercial transport vehicles: Rs. 15,000
Officials expect these measures to assist in improving environmental conditions in major cities.
With this ordinance, Punjab has undertaken one of the largest revisions of its traffic fine system in recent years. The government hopes that stricter enforcement and higher penalties will improve compliance, reduce road accidents, and support both safety and environmental goals across the province.
Source: Samaa
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