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In a major move aimed at reducing accidents and enhancing road safety, Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan introduced an age limit for vehicles on motorways.
As per the announcement, vehicles older than 20 years will no longer be allowed on motorways across Pakistan.
During a visit to the National Highways and Motorway Police Headquarters in Islamabad, Khan reviewed the command and control systems, as well as other departments.
Highlighting the rising number of accidents on the motorways, Khan stressed the need for tough decisions to safeguard public lives.
“Accidents continue to happen at the same spots on the motorway. We must act decisively to save lives,” Khan said. He also directed the Inspector General to formulate a comprehensive plan to tackle this issue.
The minister stressed that the ban on vehicles over 20 years old would be strictly enforced.
This initiative is a part of a broader cause to improve road safety, alongside a zero-tolerance approach to over speeding and axle load violations.
Khan also addressed the issue of commercial drivers, announcing that they would soon be required to undergo compulsory training.
Additionally, he set a deadline of three months for issuing fitness certificates for all commercial vehicles to ensure their roadworthiness.
