Traffic violations in Sindh now come with hefty fines, strict points system | The Express Tribune
Key Takeaways
- Sindh government introduced strict fines and a demerit point system for traffic violations to improve road safety.
- Major violations targeted include overspeeding, signal jumping, wrong-way driving, and driving without a license, with significant financial penalties.
- Repeat offenders risk suspension or cancellation of their driving licenses under the new demerit point tracking system.
- Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon asserted the goal is saving lives, not collecting revenue.
- The government plans to modernize traffic management via digital monitoring and launch public awareness campaigns.
The Sindh government has rolled out a comprehensive set of strict fines and a demerit point system targeting major traffic violations such as overspeeding, signal jumping, wrong-way driving, and driving without a license. Fines are substantial, reaching up to Rs50,000 for driving without a license and including demerit points for serious offenses like overspeeding (8 points) and reckless driving (8 points). Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon clarified that the initiative's core purpose is to save lives and ensure road safety, explicitly stating it is not a revenue-raising exercise. Repeat offenders face severe consequences, including potential suspension or cancellation of their driving licenses due to the tracking capabilities of the demerit points system. Furthermore, the government is committed to modernizing traffic management through digital monitoring systems and bolstering the capacity of the traffic police force. To ensure compliance and foster a safer driving culture, the administration will also launch extensive awareness campaigns to educate citizens on traffic rules.
