KARACHI: The Sindh government has introduced a new system of strict fines and demerit points for traffic violations across the province to make roads safer and protect lives.
Under the amended Twelfth Schedule of the Motor Vehicles Ordinance, 1965, heavy penalties will now be imposed for overspeeding, signal jumping, wrong-way driving, and other violations.
New fine structure:
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Overspeeding: Rs5,000 for motorcycles, Rs15,000 for cars, and Rs20,000 for heavy vehicles, along with 8 demerit points.
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Driving without a license: Fine up to Rs50,000 and 6 demerit points.
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Reckless driving: Rs25,000 and 8 demerit points.
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Other offenses: One-wheeling, riding without a helmet, tinted windows, wrong-lane driving, and carrying passengers on rooftops will also face strict penalties.
Senior Sindh Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit Sharjeel Inam Memon said the government’s goal is not to collect revenue but to ensure road safety.
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“Traffic offenses such as signal jumping and overspeeding are dangerous behaviors that risk lives. These penalties are meant to save lives, not punish people,” Memon said. He warned that repeat violators could face suspension or cancellation of their driving licenses.
Memon added that the Sindh government is working to modernize traffic management by introducing a digital monitoring system and strengthening the traffic police’s capacity. The new demerit points system will help identify and track repeat offenders — a method successfully used in developed countries.
He also announced awareness campaigns to educate the public about traffic rules and encourage safe driving habits. “Our aim is to build a culture of responsible driving and protect every life on the road,” the minister said.
