The Karachi Traffic Police have continued their enforcement campaign against lane violations on Sharea Faisal, issuing 96 e-challans on the second day of implementation under the city’s new traffic management plan.
According to DIG Traffic Karachi Pir Muhammad Shah, authorities are adopting a phased enforcement strategy to help commuters adjust to the newly introduced lane discipline system. While hundreds of violations were detected through electronic surveillance on the first day, traffic officials are currently exercising limited leniency during the transition period.
The DIG stated that the latest challans were issued to motorists involved in speeding, as well as rickshaw drivers, commercial vehicle operators, and helmetless motorcyclists found using the designated fast-track lane. The system relies on an existing network of surveillance cameras installed along Sharea Faisal to automatically identify and record traffic violations.
Authorities have specifically instructed motorcyclists, rickshaws, and commercial vehicles to avoid the fast-track lane. For now, riders entering the second lane from the right are being cautioned rather than fined. However, officials have warned that stricter enforcement will begin in the coming days, and penalties will also apply to violations involving the second right lane.
To improve traffic flow and reduce congestion, traffic police have advised motorcyclists and commercial vehicle drivers to remain in the third and fourth lanes. Officials believe that proper lane discipline will help create a safer and more organized driving environment on one of Karachi’s busiest roads.
DIG Shah emphasized that the primary objective of the initiative is not to maximize fines but to encourage compliance with traffic regulations. He noted that authorities are focusing on educating road users and ensuring a smooth transition before full enforcement begins.
The e-challan system officially became operational on June 1 as part of Karachi’s broader efforts to modernize traffic management. Under the current penalty structure, motorcyclists and rickshaw drivers face fines of Rs2,500, while buses and larger commercial vehicles can be fined Rs7,500 for lane discipline violations.
