DERA GHAZI KHAN: The district administration has announced a new security plan, banning all traffic from entering Balochistan at night. From July 21 onward, public and private vehicles will be stopped at border checkpoints from 5pm until the next morning.
According to officials, traffic will only be allowed to cross into Balochistan during daylight hours to avoid any untoward incidents.
The directive, issued by Deputy Commissioner and Regional Transport Authority Chairman Muhammad Usman Khalid, will be enforced at major border points including Sakhi Sarwar and Bawata.
“The protection of citizens’ lives and property is our top priority. Security measures are being made more effective and comprehensive,” Usman Khalid said.
The decision comes after nine bus passengers from Punjab were recently killed in Balochistan, prompting authorities to tighten security in the region.
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Under the new measures, transport officials will make video recordings of drivers and passengers at bus terminals before departure. Vehicles will also travel in protected convoys under strict security.
The order further requires all public transport vehicles to be fitted with working CCTV cameras, GPS tracking systems, and emergency panic alarms to ensure quick response in case of any emergency.
Muhammad Usman Khalid said passengers and transport operators waiting overnight at checkpoints will be provided with necessary facilities.
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