Staff Reporter
ISLAMABAD: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.An 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.Chief 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.He said that action will also be taken against motorcyclists riding with three persons, terming it a serious safety risk.
The CTO further said that emergency coordination meetings will be held with all bus terminal owners and managers.“No public transport vehicle will be allowed to pick or drop passengers anywhere other than designated terminals,” he added.He directed bus owners to ensure no passenger boards without a ticket.
Meetings 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.He stressed that strict enforcement of traffic laws is essential to ensure citizens’ safety, maintain smooth traffic flow and strengthen overall law and order in the capital.
