Karachi Traffic Police issued e-challans worth more than Rs12.5 million in just six hours after the implementation of the city’s new digital traffic enforcement system, according to an initial report shared by officials on Tuesday.
The rapid enforcement drive marks the first major rollout of Karachi’s automated e-challan system, designed to improve road safety, ensure compliance with traffic laws, and promote accountability among motorists.
According to the report, a total of 2,662 e-challans were issued across the city in just half a day, targeting a range of violations.
Breakdown of Violations
The highest number of fines — 1,535 challans — were issued for seat belt violations, followed by 507 for driving without a helmet, and 166 for running red lights.
Other offenses included:
- 32 for using mobile phones while driving
- 7 for tinted glass vehicles
- 5 for wrong parking
- 5 for no-parking zone violations
- 4 for stop line violations
- 4 for driving the wrong way on one-way streets
- 3 for driving in the wrong direction
Traffic authorities emphasized that these violations were recorded using advanced monitoring systems and digital cameras installed at key intersections throughout Karachi.
Strengthening Traffic Discipline
Officials from Karachi Traffic Police said that the new e-challan initiative is part of a broader effort to digitize traffic management and reduce human interaction, minimizing corruption and ensuring transparent fine collection.
They further stated that the fine payments will be linked to vehicle registration data, allowing for easy online payment options and strict enforcement against habitual offenders.
A senior officer commented that the new system will help create safer roads and disciplined driving culture, particularly in areas prone to traffic congestion and reckless driving.
Authorities also urged citizens to follow traffic rules, emphasizing that the e-challan system leaves little room for manual negotiation or leniency.
