In a bid to enhance road safety and reduce traffic accidents, the Sindh government has accelerated its initiative to install GPS trackers on heavy vehicles, including dumpers and water tankers, across Karachi.Â
As of May 4, over 6,600 heavy vehicles have been fitted with GPS devices, covering a range of vehicles such as 3,391 water tankers, 28 dumpers, 82 oil tankers, 214 passenger buses, and 214 small trucks. The initiative also includes 2,763 large trucks and 137 trailers operating in the city.
The GPS installation drive is being implemented alongside a stricter enforcement campaign by the Traffic Police to address traffic violations and improve discipline.Â
Under the directives of the chief minister, this crackdown has already led to the impounding of 31,677 motorcycles for various offenses since April 9. Furthermore, the authorities have taken action against 2,719 vehicles for infractions such as using fancy number plates and tinted windows, while 515 vehicles, both large and small, have been impounded for non-compliance with traffic regulations.
In addition, the Motor Vehicle Inspectors have proposed the cancellation of 25 vehicle registrations and recommended the temporary suspension of 491 others, pending conditional release.Â
This initiative forms part of a broader effort to improve safety on Karachi’s roads, particularly addressing the growing number of accidents involving heavy and unauthorised vehicles.
