Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) has announced strict restrictions on the entry of heavy traffic into the federal capital, allowing such vehicles only during late-night hours to ensure smooth traffic flow and public safety.
\nAn ITP official told APP on Friday that heavy traffic will be permitted to enter Islamabad only from 12 a.m. to 5 a.m., while entry will remain completely banned during daytime.
\nChief Traffic Officer (CTO) Capt. (R) Hamzah Humayun said that a crackdown has been launched against all traffic violations, adding that vehicles with black-tinted glasses will face strict legal action.
\nHe said that action will also be taken against motorcyclists riding with three persons, terming it a serious safety risk.
\nThe CTO further said that emergency coordination meetings will be held with all bus terminal owners and managers.
\n\u201cNo public transport vehicle will be allowed to pick or drop passengers anywhere other than designated terminals,\u201d he added.
\nHe directed bus owners to ensure no passenger boards without a ticket.
\nMeetings will also be held with owners and managers of goods transport vehicles (trucks). The CTO said that all loaded vehicles must unload only at designated locations, warning that violations will not be tolerated.
\nHe stressed that strict enforcement of traffic laws is essential to ensure citizens\u2019 safety, maintain smooth traffic flow and strengthen overall law and order in the capital.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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