ISLAMABAD: Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Islamabad Ali Waseem has directed traffic officers not to register cases under Section 279 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC) for routine traffic violations and instead impose fines in accordance with the law.
According to an official, the directions were issued as part of measures to prevent unnecessary criminal cases against citizens over traffic violations.
The DIG instructed traffic officers to deal with violators under the relevant traffic laws and avoid registering criminal cases without sufficient cause.
He also directed traffic personnel to treat citizens courteously and respectfully and perform their duties responsibly.
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At the same time, Waseem urged citizens to strictly follow traffic rules, avoid violations and cooperate with traffic police to ensure a smooth flow of traffic across the federal capital.
He said observance of traffic laws was essential for the safety of road users and a safe travelling environment.
Ali Waseem assumed charge as DIG Islamabad (Operations) on September 8, replacing Captain (Retd) Ali Raza, who had been holding the look-after charge.
