PESHAWAR: Peshawar, the provincial capital, has introduced new rules for rickshaws to help reduce traffic problems. The rules include specific timings and colors for different types of rickshaws.
According to police sources, over 80,000 rickshaws will now operate in fixed time slot, this is expected to improve traffic flow and discipline in the city.
Details show that 16,371 registered rickshaws will be allowed to run 24 hours a day. These will be painted green.
On the other hand, 30,000 unregistered rickshaws will be painted red and allowed to operate from 6 AM to 2 PM. Another 30,000 unregistered rickshaws, painted yellow, will be allowed from 2 PM to 12 AM.
Peshawar Rickshaw Regulations: Timings and Colors
| Rickshaw Type | Color | Allowed Operating Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Rickshaws | Green | 24 hours (All day) |
| Unregistered Rickshaws | Red | 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Unregistered Rickshaws | Yellow | 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Midnight) |
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Officials say that restricting unregistered rickshaws to specific times will reduce traffic jams and make travel easier for citizens.
This plan was approved by a committee formed by the provincial government based on recommendations from traffic police. Police say the move will improve control on roads and bring transparency to the traffic system.
The plan was made due to increasing traffic issues in Peshawar over the past several months. Authorities expect it will provide relief to citizens once implemented.
