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RAWALPINDI, Dec 29 (APP):Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Rawalpindi Farhan Aslam has emphasised a zero-tolerance approach towards traffic violations, including riding without helmets, wrong-way driving, and vehicles with tinted glasses, while reviewing traffic management and law enforcement across the city.
During a meeting at the traffic headquarters with circle, licensing, and Traffic Education Wing in-charges, the CTO assessed the performance of all circles, licensing facilities, and awareness campaigns.
He issued strict instructions to ensure uninterrupted law enforcement and smooth traffic flow in all sectors.
Farhan Aslam directed strict action against overloading, non-use of seat belts, and vehicles with improper or fake number plates.
He also ordered that vehicles emitting excessive smoke be impounded at police stations until a valid fitness certificate is produced, in line with smog control measures. The Traffic Education Wing was instructed to provide daily awareness to drivers at bus terminals and along major roads, while encroachments causing traffic disruption should be addressed in coordination with relevant departments and violators must be booked.
While issuing fines, driving licences must be checked first; in cases where drivers lack a licence, a fine should be imposed and a learner’s permit issued.
The CTO reiterated that no leniency will be shown towards traffic law violations in Rawalpindi, stressing that strict adherence to traffic regulations is essential to prevent road accidents and ensure orderly movement of vehicles in the city.