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The Sindh government has decided to impose strict fines for driving without a license, with Rs 25,000 for motorcycles and Rs 50,000 for cars, under a new traffic law amendment.
In a high-level meeting chaired by Sindh Home Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar, officials also approved a Rs 25,000 challan for motorcyclists driving the wrong way, aiming to reduce rising violations.
The proposed amendments also include a ban on four-seater rickshaws, allowing only one or two-seater models to operate. This step targets safer public transport operations.
Additionally, a massive Rs 200,000 fine will be imposed on government vehicles violating one-way traffic, while private four-wheelers will face Rs 100,000 fines for the same offense.
Lanjar announced that traffic e-challans will be delivered to owners’ homes, and vehicle transfers or sales will be blocked if outstanding challans are unpaid.
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Under the new traffic law amendment, the fitness checks of vehicles became mandatory, with third-party inspections required for all commercial and non-commercial vehicles.
To improve road monitoring, at least five cameras will be required in heavy and goods vehicles, and water tankers and dumpers must install trackers and safety sensors.
A special traffic magistrate will be appointed to handle violations, and the traffic, transport, and excise systems will be interconnected for better enforcement.
The minister also revealed that the sale of black glasses (tinted glasses), fancy lights, and high-powered horn accessories online or in stores will be completely banned across the province.
For dangerous stunts like wheel drifting, a fine of Rs 100,000 to Rs 300,000 will be imposed for first-time offenses, ensuring road safety during public events.
The draft of these amended laws will be presented to the Sindh cabinet for final approval.
