In a major step to make roads safer, Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan has announced that vehicles older than 20 years will no longer be allowed on Pakistan’s motorways.
The decision came during his visit to the National Highways and Motorway Police Headquarters, where he closely reviewed current systems. He expressed serious concern about the growing number of accidents happening on the motorways and stressed the urgent need to take action to save lives.
To improve safety, the minister gave clear instructions to the Inspector General of Motorway Police to prepare a full and detailed plan. He said that these new rules are not just suggestions, but necessary steps to protect people on the road.
As part of this safety plan, training will now be mandatory for all commercial drivers. This training is aimed at helping drivers understand road safety, follow traffic rules, and handle vehicles better. In addition, the minister set a deadline of three months to ensure that all commercial vehicles have proper fitness certificates. These certificates will confirm that the vehicles are safe to be on the road and meet all technical and safety standards.
This move is expected to reduce the number of accidents, especially those caused by old or poorly maintained vehicles. It will also encourage drivers and vehicle owners to take better care of their vehicles and follow road safety rules more seriously.
The ban on old vehicles and the focus on fitness and training reflect the government’s commitment to public safety. If these steps are followed correctly, they could lead to fewer accidents and safer travel for everyone using Pakistan’s highways and motorways.
