DIG Traffic Punjab Waqas Nazir’s Press Conference at Central Police Office
Implementation of the new traffic amendment ordinance across Punjab, 332,000 challans issued in five days
56,899 vehicles and motorcycles impounded for repeated violations, DIG Traffic Punjab Waqas Nazir
“The law is equal for all; government vehicles are not exempt from action,” says Waqas Nazir
On the instructions of Inspector General of Police Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar, DIG Traffic Punjab Muhammad Waqas Nazir, while addressing a press conference at the Central Police Office Lahore, said that the new amended traffic ordinance has been fully enforced across the province. He stated that more than 332,000 challan tickets have been issued throughout Punjab in just five days. He added that despite awareness efforts, 56,899 vehicles and motorcycles have been impounded for repeated violations, while cases are also being registered for serious traffic offences. He clarified that the law applies equally to everyone, and strict action is being taken against government vehicles as well.
The DIG Traffic Punjab informed that for public awareness, more than 40,000 banners, standees and pamphlets have been distributed across the province. He said that all possible measures are being taken to ensure uniform enforcement of the law and prevent accidents. He further said that the purpose of the new amended ordinance is to ensure the safety of citizens’ lives and property. Fines and FIRs are registered only in case of violations. No cases will be registered against students or underage drivers; instead, cases will be registered against vehicle owners. He added that the recent amendments to traffic laws are not intended to ruin children’s future but to make them safer. He stated that Traffic Police mobile education units are visiting educational institutions to spread awareness about traffic rules.
DIG Traffic Punjab said that many reports circulating on social media are baseless, which is why this press conference was held to inform the public about the actual facts. He said that in accordance with the IG Punjab’s directions, all possible measures are being taken to prevent accidents, adding that accident-free roads and safe travel are among the top priorities of the Government of Punjab. DIG Waqas Nazir said that the objective of the Government of Punjab and the Traffic Police is not to collect revenue but to provide safe roads and a better travel environment to citizens. He appealed to the public to follow traffic rules so that roads can be made safe for everyone.
(Handout No. 1175)
Syed Mubasher Hussain
Director Public Relations
Punjab Police
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