ISLAMABAD, Dec 29 (APP): With only two days left before enforcement begins, Islamabad authorities have moved closer to blocking the entry of vehicles without M-Tags from July 1.
Officials said that the public response has increased, with 1,379 vehicles fitted with M-Tags in the last 24 hours, pushing the total number of registered vehicles to over 98,000 across the capital.
According to the district administration, the M-Tag system will become active at all main entry points of Islamabad after two days. Once the system is switched on, vehicles without M-Tags will not be allowed to enter the city. The move is part of efforts to regulate traffic flow and improve monitoring at city entrances.
In this regard, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Islamabad, Irfan Nawaz Memon said M-Tag readers will be activated at all designated entry points on the set date. He confirmed that having an M-Tag on vehicles will be mandatory for entry into the federal capital. He added that preparations are complete and no extension is under consideration.
Due to the growing number of people visiting M-Tag centers, the administration has deployed additional staff to manage the rush. Officials said extra counters and personnel have been assigned to speed up the process and reduce waiting time for citizens.
The administration reported that the response from vehicle owners has increased steadily over the past few days. Data shows that more than 98,000 vehicles in Islamabad have already been fitted with M-Tags. Authorities expect this number to rise further as the deadline approaches.
Deputy Commissioner Irfan Memon urged citizens to complete the process without delay. He said vehicle owners should get M-Tags installed immediately to avoid inconvenience once the system becomes active. He warned that vehicles without M-Tags will face restrictions at city entry points after the deadline.
Officials also advised citizens to visit authorized M-Tag centers only and ensure their vehicle details are correctly registered. They said the process remains open and is being monitored to handle the increasing public turnout.
The district administration has appealed to the public to cooperate with enforcement teams and follow the instructions issued for smooth implementation. Authorities believe early compliance will help prevent traffic congestion and delays at entry points once the M-Tag readers are fully operational.