Sindh Information Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon said the government launched the e-challan system to enforce traffic laws strictly. He added the government fears no one and will make decisions in the public’s best interest. The initiative, he said, has already started showing improvements in Karachi’s traffic management.
Speaking at a press conference, Memon addressed criticism from political parties regarding the traffic fines. He stressed that ignoring traffic rules costs lives, and the e-challan system ensures law enforcement is fair and transparent. “The purpose is to ensure compliance with traffic laws,” he said, “and no one will escape accountability.”
The minister explained that previous traffic regulations were ineffective, prompting the introduction of updated rules. The new regulations are already reducing accidents and improving road safety. He emphasized that no citizen will be financially burdened unfairly, and decisions will always favor public welfare.
Memon also highlighted recent enforcement actions, including arrests in the Dumper incident, and confirmed that Karachi’s infrastructure projects continue at a rapid pace. He called for public cooperation to follow traffic rules and praised the e-challan system for bringing accountability to the roads.
The Sindh High Court recently sought responses from the IGP Sindh and DIG Traffic on petitions challenging the e-challan system. Meanwhile, over 3,400 e-challans were issued in Karachi recently, with the highest number for traffic rule violations, demonstrating active enforcement.