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ISLAMABAD, Dec 03 (APP):The capital’s Vehicle Emission Testing System has added more inspection points to manage the rising flow of vehicles requiring checks.
According to officials, the increase in testing sites has reduced waiting time and made the inspection process smoother for thousands of motorists.
The newly activated checkpoints at D-Chowk, Lake View Park, Metro Cash & Carry, and F-9 Park are now fully operational. These points are handling a steady movement of vehicles arriving for routine clearance under the emission control system. With more facilities in place, teams are processing a larger number of vehicles each day.
Data shared by the Islamabad Transport Authority (ITA) shows that 1,229 vehicles have been inspected over the last three days, and compliant owners were issued emission stickers on the spot. Officials say this number is expected to rise as more citizens bring their vehicles for mandatory checks.
Alongside the inspection process, enforcement against smoke-emitting vehicles continues across the city. ITA teams have intensified field operations to identify vehicles contributing to air pollution. Over the past 24 hours, authorities have taken six additional vehicles into police custody for violating emission rules.
Chairman of the Islamabad Transport Authority, Irfan Memon, stated that vehicles causing air pollution will not be allowed to operate within the federal capital. He said the city administration is focused on reducing harmful emissions and ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
Memon urged citizens to bring their vehicles for inspection under the Vehicle Emission Testing System without delay. He said timely testing helps motorists avoid inconvenience and ensures their vehicles meet the required safety and environmental criteria.
The chairman also warned that enforcement would further intensify against vehicles operating without inspection stickers. Teams have been directed to carry out strict monitoring across major routes and public spaces. According to officials, the aim is to strengthen air quality measures and ensure the city adheres to environmental guidelines.
The Islamabad administration is working to expand the emission testing system further in the coming weeks. More mobile and fixed testing units are under consideration to reach high-traffic areas and ensure wider coverage. Authorities say these steps are part of the broader plan to improve air quality and regulate vehicle emissions effectively.
The ITA continues to coordinate with relevant departments to maintain checks, streamline the sticker issuance process, and address public concerns regarding inspection procedures. More updates are expected as the enforcement drive moves into its next phase.
The capital’s administration has urged citizens to cooperate with the testing teams and follow the set procedures. Officials say public participation will help improve Islamabad’s air quality and contribute to healthier urban mobility.