The Lahore Traffic Police launched a major operation targeting overcharging and overloading by public transport vehicles, resulting in actions taken against 831 vehicles and the imposition of hefty fines on offenders.
Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Lahore, Syed Abdul Raheem Shirazi, conducted visits to Badami Bagh and Niazi Bus Terminal to assess the enforcement strategies against overloading and excessive fare collection.
During his visit, the CTO examined drivers’ licenses, fare lists, and route permits, while also inviting feedback from passengers regarding fares and transport services.
He announced the creation of traffic help desks at bus terminals aimed at assisting passengers and raising awareness about transport regulations.
Shirazi stated that citizens would have the ability to quickly report complaints concerning overcharging and overloading through these help desks and the police helpline 15.
CTO Abdul Raheem Shirazi further mentioned that transport operators would not be permitted to charge fares exceeding the government-approved rates under any circumstances.
He warned that strict measures would also be enforced against transporters who carry passengers beyond the authorised capacity, including those seated on vehicle rooftops or exceeding the allowed number inside the vehicles.
Furthermore, the CTO indicated that only drivers with valid Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licenses would be authorised to operate public transport vehicles.
He also made it clear that the transportation of sacrificial animals in public service vehicles is entirely prohibited.
Cattle theft cases on the rise in Lahore ahead of Eid ul Azha
Earlier, several cases of cattle theft were reported across parts of Lahore amid Eid ul Azha preparations.
According to the report, the Cantt Division topped the list with 72 cases of cattle theft, while 67 cases were registered in the Saddar Division and 40 cases were registered in the Model Town Division.
On the other hand, 24 cases of cattle theft were registered in the Iqbal Town Division, 18 cases of cattle theft in the City Division, while 4 cases of cattle theft were reported in the Civil Lines Division so far this year.
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