KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has directed traffic police to show leniency by waiving citizens’ first e-challan but warned that repeat offenders will face strict action.
During a meeting, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Ghulam Nabi Memon submitted a report on the implementation of the new e-challan system and traffic violations. The system, which automatically issues fines without human involvement, became operational this week.
According to the report, at least 35 government vehicles have received e-challans. Several other motorists were fined for not wearing seatbelts, jumping red lights, using tinted glasses, and using mobile phones while driving.
The meeting was informed that e-ticketing began on October 28, with the first challan issued to a police van (SPE-950) for not wearing a seatbelt.
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CM Shah said the new system ensures equal treatment for all citizens and strengthens the rule of law. Following his directions, the IGP announced that if a person contacts police within 10 days, their first e-challan will be cancelled without payment.
Traffic police officials reported that 12,942 e-challans have been issued in the first three days — 2,622 on the first day, 4,301 on the second, and 5,979 on the third. Officials said the e-challan system eliminates human discretion and reduces confrontation between citizens and traffic officers.
