Murree traffic police launch crackdown against unlicensed drivers

RAWALPINDI, Jul 10 (APP): City Traffic Police Murree has intensified its crackdown against motorists driving without valid licences on the directives of Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Traffic Punjab, Muhammad Waqas Nazir.

The operation, being conducted under the supervision of Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Murree, Munir Ahmed Hashmi, has resulted in hundreds of challan ticket being issued to motorcyclists and other drivers who were involved in violating traffic laws. Legal action is also being taken against offenders.

According to a traffic police spokesperson, the campaign against unlicensed driving has been intensified, with daily checkpoints and inspections conducted on major roads and at key locations to ensure compliance with traffic regulations.

The spokesperson said driving without a valid licence is a legal offence and urged motorists to carry their original driving licences while driving.

CTO Murree Munir Ahmed Hashmi appealed to the public not to drive any vehicle or motorcycle without a valid driving licence and to strictly observe traffic laws. He said compliance with traffic regulations is essential not only to meet legal requirements but also to safeguard the lives and property of road users.

The spokesperson reiterated that the City Traffic Police Murree is following a zero-tolerance policy against unlicensed driving and will continue taking indiscriminate action against violators.

Citizens seeking traffic-related guidance or information may contact the City Traffic Police Murree Control Room at

051-9269200.