Traffic Police Lahore have arrested four men after two separate incidents in which traffic wardens were allegedly assaulted while enforcing traffic regulations, officials said.
According to police, the incidents occurred when wardens stopped motorists for wrong parking and over-speeding violations. The suspects allegedly misbehaved with the officers before physically attacking them during the enforcement operations.
Police said four suspects had been arrested, while two others allegedly involved in the incidents managed to escape. Authorities did not disclose the identities of the arrested men or the exact locations where the incidents took place.
Chief Traffic Officer Lahore, Syed Abdul Raheem Shirazi, took notice of the incidents and directed officials to initiate legal proceedings against those involved, police said.
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New immigration policies announced by Pakistan govt
The federal government has unveiled the National Immigration Policy 2026, aimed at promoting safe, orderly and dignified migration while equipping Pakistani workers with the skills needed to compete in the global labour market.
Speaking at the policy’s launch in Islamabad, Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis Chaudhry Salik Hussain said the initiative reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting Pakistanis seeking employment abroad and ensuring they benefit from emerging international opportunities.
The minister said the policy focuses on developing a future-ready workforce in response to rapidly changing global labour market demands and increasing international competition for skilled workers. He added that the framework is intended to align Pakistan’s workforce with international standards and improve access to overseas employment.
According to the government, around 12 million Pakistanis are currently living abroad, contributing not only as representatives of the country but also as a key pillar of the national economy.
Chaudhry Salik Hussain said overseas Pakistanis remitted more than $41 billion during the last fiscal year, describing the inflows as a vital source of support for the country’s economy.
The government said it would work to ensure the effective implementation of the policy, with a focus on safeguarding the rights of overseas Pakistanis, expanding skills development and maximising employment opportunities for Pakistani workers in international markets.
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