By Moin Ullah Shah
Karachi: A high-level Darbār was convened at the South Auditorium under the chairmanship of DIG Traffic Karachi, Mazhar Nawaz Sheikh, attended by all SSPs, DSPs, section officers, and record keepers of the traffic department.
Addressing the officers, DIG Traffic highlighted the increasingly severe traffic situation in Karachi, which is causing major difficulties and accidents for citizens. He emphasized that improving traffic management is a shared responsibility of the Traffic Police and other relevant authorities, and strict enforcement of traffic laws without discrimination is essential.
He instructed all personnel to maintain regular attendance, be actively visible in the field, and warned that any negligence or absenteeism would result in strict disciplinary action. DIG Traffic Sheikh also stated that he personally will monitor the performance of all sections and staff.
Further directives included mandatory wearing of bulletproof jackets and the use of traffic lights during duty. During peak hours, all SSPs and DSPs are to remain on-site to ensure smooth traffic flow, prevent accidents, and remove encroachments effectively.
DIG Traffic identified poor planning, weak monitoring, deteriorating roads, malfunctioning traffic signals, and illegal parking as major causes of traffic issues. He also noted that pressure surges during office and school hours, coupled with lack of public awareness about traffic rules, contribute to accidents.
To improve the traffic system, he stressed the adoption of modern technology, CCTV surveillance, and effective monitoring systems, adding that resolution of Karachi’s traffic problems requires the joint efforts of authorities and the public.
The meeting concluded with a call for all personnel to uphold discipline, professionalism, and active engagement to ensure safer and smoother commuting for the citizens of Karachi.
#KarachiTraffic #DIGTraffic #TrafficManagement #RoadSafety #TrafficPolice #UrbanMobility #KarachiNews #AccidentPrevention #PublicSafety #TrafficEnforcement
