Karachi Traffic Police have intensified enforcement of lane discipline rules on Shahrah-e-Faisal, issuing 73 electronic challans on the second day of the newly implemented lane violation crackdown.
According to traffic police officials, the highest number of violations was recorded among motorcyclists, who received 40 e-challans for using unauthorized lanes and violating designated traffic regulations.
The enforcement campaign, which began on June 1, is part of the city’s faceless e-challan system aimed at improving traffic flow and reducing accidents on one of Karachi’s busiest roads.
Traffic police data shows that 19 e-challans were issued to pickup vehicles, making them the second-largest category of offenders after motorcyclists.
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Officials also issued six e-challans to minibuses and three to mini trucks for violating lane restrictions. In addition, four rickshaws were fined for using lanes not designated for their category of vehicles.
The enforcement operation further resulted in one e-challan each being issued to a bus, an e-bike, and a truck.
Under the lane management policy introduced on Shahrah-e-Faisal, fast-moving lanes on the right side are reserved for cars, jeeps, double-cabin vehicles, and other fast-moving traffic.
Meanwhile, motorcycles, rickshaws, buses, and commercial vehicles are required to remain in the designated slower lanes on the left.
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Officials have urged motorists to follow lane discipline and traffic regulations to avoid penalties and contribute to safer road conditions.
Authorities have indicated that monitoring and enforcement will continue on Shahrah-e-Faisal and may be expanded to other major roads if the initiative proves successful in improving traffic management across the city.
How the New Lane System Works
According to traffic police officials, Shahrah-e-Faisal has been divided into four lanes, with separate lanes designated for different categories of vehicles.
The two right-side lanes have been reserved for fast-moving vehicles, including private cars, jeeps, and double-cabin vehicles.
Meanwhile, the two left-side lanes are designated for slow-moving traffic, including motorcycles, rickshaws, and other commercial vehicles.
Vehicles That Can Be Fined
Officials said any motorcycle, rickshaw, or commercial vehicle found traveling in the fast-moving lanes will receive an electronic challan.
Similarly, private vehicles continuously using the slow-moving lanes in violation of traffic regulations may also face penalties.
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Traffic authorities believe improper lane usage is one of the major causes of congestion and road accidents on Shahrah-e-Faisal. Officials say many motorists ignore lane discipline, creating safety risks for themselves and other road users.
Karachi E-Challan Fines on Lane Violation
Under the newly implemented penalty structure, motorcyclists violating lane rules will face a fine of Rs2,500.
Private car drivers will be fined Rs5,000, while commercial vehicle operators will receive a challan of Rs7,500 for lane violations.
Digital Monitoring and Transparent Enforcement
DIG Traffic said the system has been designed to ensure transparent enforcement of traffic laws and encourage motorists to follow lane discipline.
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He added that the objective is not merely to issue fines but to improve road safety and maintain a smoother traffic flow on the city’s main corridor.
Traffic police officials have urged citizens to familiarize themselves with the lane regulations and comply with traffic rules to avoid penalties.
