LAHORE: After a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the Punjab government approved a tenfold increase in traffic fines to improve road discipline across the province.
The meeting focused on traffic management and safety, and important decisions were taken to curb violations. Under the new policy, criminal cases will be registered against parents or guardians of underage drivers. Strict legal action, including FIRs, will also be taken against those found guilty of one-wheeling and reckless driving.
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz ordered the immediate removal of road obstructions, especially from major routes like Bedian Road. To reduce congestion, the government is planning to redesign 372 traffic points in Punjab and 77 in Lahore.
To ensure transparency, all traffic challans will now require video or photo evidence. Heavy fines will be imposed on drivers using mobile phones behind the wheel and action will be taken against vehicles with broken or non-functional headlights.
The meeting also approved the installation of digital screens on the roadside to inform commuters about traffic jams in advance.
The proposal to divide the traffic police into five special roles was also reviewed, along with the plan to introduce new uniforms and modern patrolling equipment. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz said that no improvement is seen yet, we should work now.
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