KARACHI: In a big relief for motorcyclists, the government has hinted to reduce e-challan fines for minor traffic violations.
Sindh Home Minister Ziaul Hassan Lanjar said that “a meeting was held yesterday, opposition parties were heard, and were asked to present suggestions regarding e-challan.”
He termed the e-challan system as an effective way for lowering the rate of traffic accidents, saying that “Traffic infrastructure needs to be improved.”
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: How to get your e-challan cancelled by sitting at home