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Islamabad traffic police launches crackdown to reinforce road discipline

Crackdown leads to 405 cases in a week
Published 02 Jun, 2025 11:17am
Islamabad traffic police have been investigating the alleged issuance of a driving license to a blind person. Photo via Instagram
Islamabad traffic police have been investigating the alleged issuance of a driving license to a blind person. Photo via Instagram

In a bid to improve traffic discipline in the federal capital, the Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) launched a robust special enforcement campaign.

The campaign is being carried out under the supervision of Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Captain (R) Syed Zeeshan Haider.

Strict measures are being enforced against a broad spectrum of traffic violations.

According to an ITP spokesperson, a total of 405 cases were registered over the past week.

Furthermore, 1,633 motorcycles and 633 vehicles were impounded for flouting traffic rules.

Authorities also seized 35 overloaded trucks, while heavy fines were imposed for various infractions including lane violations (81 cases), driving without a license (140), triple riding (65), and underage driving (84).

CTO Zeeshan Haider emphasized the department’s zero-tolerance policy toward traffic violations, stating that enforcement efforts would continue without discrimination.

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He also directed officers to ensure that no one is allowed to drive without a valid license. Appealing to the public, Captain (R) Haider urged citizens to abide by traffic laws and cooperate with traffic personnel to help maintain a safe and orderly traffic system in Islamabad.

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