KARACHI: As the dumper-related deaths rise in Karachi, the authorities have extended the ban on entry of heavy vehicles in the metropolis.
As per the notification issued by Commissioner Karachi Hassan Naqvi under Section 144, the ban on heavy traffic entering the city during daytime hours has been extended for another two months.
According to the new schedule, the heavy vehicles’ entry into the metropolis will remain banned from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
On the other side, vehicles carrying water, oil, oxygen, medical supplies, and other essential commodities are not included in this ban.
Additionally, heavy traffic is completely prohibited on the route from the Super Highway to Mauripur via Jinnah Avenue.
The notification stated that a relaxation has been granted in industrial areas for dumpers equipped with tracking systems.
The police have been authorized to register cases against anyone found violating these orders. The extension is effective from today, Tuesday, and will remain in place until February 22.
Karachi’s New E-Challan System
Sindh government launched a Karachi E-challan system to improve traffic flow and traffic management in the city.
In Phase 1, 1,076 cameras were installed on major roads under the Karachi Safe City Project.
Phases 2 and 3 will expand to 12,000+ cameras across the city and toll plazas.
When a camera detects a violation, an e-challan is created and sent by Pakistan Post to the address linked with your number plate (Sindh Excise & Taxation data).
You have 21 days to pay. Pay within 14 days and get a 50% waiver, miss the deadline and the fine doubles on day 22.
Moreover, provincial administration introducing new governance tools to to improve city’s administration.
Karachi E-challan: cameras, fines & how to appeal
Enforcement results (Day 1): Within the first six hours, Karachi Traffic Police issued 2,662 E-challans over Rs12 million in fines.
Key counts: 1,535 for not wearing seat belts, 507 for riding without helmets, 419 for over speeding, 166 for running red lights.
Moreover, 32 for mobile phone use while driving, 7 for tinted windows and 3 each for wrong-way driving.
Penalties if you don’t pay: After 3 months, your driving license can be suspended.
Similarly, after 6 months, police may ask NADRA to block your CNIC (you’ll be notified first).
Additionally, a demerit points system is live; reach 30 points in a year and your license can be suspended.
How to appeal an e-challan: If you think the ticket is wrong, visit the appeal desk listed on the back of your challan (desks at 11 police stations).
Also read: Karachi’s e-challan camera distribution box stollen near Bilawal House
