Protocol culture has been completely abolished; licences will be issued only on merit; no one’s recommendation will be accepted, stated DIG Traffic Punjab while talking to media. Following the instructions of DIG Traffic Punjab Waqas Nazir, Punjab Highway Patrol (PHP) was also stopped from issuing licences for heavy transport and light transport. Punjab Highway Patrol will now only issue motorcycle and car licences after testing. These LTV and HTV powers were withdrawn due to the lack of complete tracks and test facilities. The protocol system has been abolished across Punjab due to complaints of corruption and irregularities. Every candidate coming to get a licence is required to upload a video of clearing all the tests. DIG Traffic Punjab Muhammad Waqas Nazir has ordered strict action across Punjab to prevent accidents and complaints of corruption in the existing system. Strict departmental action will be taken against officers and officials who issue protocols. Complaints of corruption were being received under the guise of protocols, on which a strict order has been issued.
In Punjab, driving licences will now be issued only on merit
Published on: November 16, 2025 3:20 AM