Karachi Police have announced a strict citywide drive against vehicles using illegal number plates. Officials say the action aims to improve traffic order and public safety. Citizens are advised to follow registration rules to avoid fines, seizures, and legal trouble during checks across the city.
Press Conference Details
Additional Inspector General Karachi Javed Alam Odho shared the plan during a press conference. He spoke at the Karachi Police Office with senior officers present, explaining that the campaign will target fancy plates that break the law and confuse official vehicle identification across the city.
Senior Officials Present
He was joined by Chief CPLC Zubair Habib, DIG Traffic Pir Muhammad Shah, and Excise Director Shabana Baloch. The officials showed unity between police, traffic authorities, and excise teams to ensure smooth enforcement and fair action during the upcoming operation across the entire Karachi city.
TRACS System Impact
He said the TRACS system has improved traffic control in Karachi. According to records and monitoring, citizens have welcomed the system. However, some drivers are now trying new tricks to escape electronic challans and avoid penalties by using illegal methods on city roads daily.
Common Violations Found
Authorities found fake number plates, hidden plates, and altered registration numbers in use. Such practices make tracking vehicles difficult and weaken traffic enforcement. Police believe stopping these violations will help reduce crime, improve discipline, and protect law-abiding motorists across Karachi roads every single day.
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Crackdown Start Date
Javed Alam Odho confirmed a citywide crackdown will start from Friday. District police will lead operations with excise department staff and CPLC members. Joint teams will stop vehicles, inspect plates, and take immediate action against offenders found during checks on busy roads and markets areas.
Enforcement Procedure
Officials said excise records will be checked before any strict action. Vehicles or motorcycles with violations may be seized, and cases will be registered. Police stressed the process will follow law, ensuring transparency while discouraging repeat offenses effectively across Karachi’s traffic network daily routes citywide.
Advice for Motorists
He advised motorists awaiting legal number plates to carry valid receipts. Vehicles without proof may face temporary seizure. Authorities will also act against illegal use of green number plates, reminding citizens that misuse of official colors is a serious offense under traffic and criminal laws.
Public Cooperation Urged
Karachi Police urged cooperation from the public to make roads safer. Officials say following the number plate rules helps law enforcement and protects everyone. Citizens are encouraged to regularize documents quickly to avoid inconvenience during the ongoing and future inspections across the city roads daily routines.
