The Sindh government has allowed authorities in Karachi to issue e-challans to official vehicles found breaking traffic rules, according to a report on Saturday.
A formal notification was released by the Services General Administration and Coordination Department, signed by Section Officer CT Aqeel Hussain Mako.
The order states that if a government vehicle violates traffic laws, an e-challan will be generated, and the responsible officers or staff members will have to pay the fine themselves. Action will be taken under Section 116A of the Traffic Ordinance 1956.
The directive has been shared with the Senior Member Board of Revenue, the Chairman of the Inquiry and Anti-Corruption Commission, the Chairman of Development and Planning, the Chairman of the Chief Minister’s Inspection Team, the Chairman of the Sindh Public Service Commission, and the Chairman of the Sindh Service Tribunal.
A copy has also been issued to all departmental secretaries and divisional commissioners.
Traffic offenses covered under this order include not wearing seat belts, using tinted windows, running a red light, and using a mobile phone while driving.