Sindh Police have launched a province-wide crackdown against the illegal use of government registration number plates on private vehicles after Inspector General (IG) Sindh ordered strict enforcement across the province.
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According to an official directive, the misuse of government number plates by officers on privately owned vehicles has been declared illegal.
The police said official registration plates are meant only for government-allotted vehicles and cannot be used on personal cars under any circumstances.
The circular states that some government officers have been displaying official registration plates on their private vehicles, describing the practice as a misuse of official privileges.
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The IG Sindh directed all police formations to ensure that government number plates are used exclusively on official vehicles assigned by the government.
The order further makes it clear that no individual, regardless of rank or designation, will be allowed to install or use government number plates on private vehicles.
Police units across Sindh have been instructed to begin a special campaign to identify vehicles carrying illegal government registration plates.
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Authorities have been directed to take action without discrimination, irrespective of the owner’s official status or position.
According to the directive, officers have been authorized to confiscate government number plates being illegally used on private vehicles.
They may also take vehicles into custody where necessary and register criminal cases if legal provisions are applicable.
The officers have further been warned against negligence and instructed to ensure strict enforcement of the directive across the province.
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The IG Sindh has instructed supervisory officers to personally monitor the implementation of the campaign and ensure compliance with the orders.
The directive warns that any officer found showing undue favour to violators or failing to enforce the orders may face departmental action.
Police officials have been instructed to implement the orders with immediate effect throughout Sindh.
