Sindh Sets New Vehicle Age Limits and Safety Rules

By Sabica Tahira ⏐ 2 months ago ⏐

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The Sindh government has amended the Sindh Motor Vehicle Rules 1969, introducing strict age limits for vehicles, mandatory safety systems, and heavy fines to ensure safer roads across the province. The move aims to reduce accidents caused by outdated vehicles and improve compliance with modern traffic standards.

For years, unsafe and decades-old vehicles have been a major contributor to road accidents in Sindh. Calls for stronger laws grew as transport experts warned about outdated fleets lacking safety measures. Responding to these concerns, the Sindh government has tightened regulations.

Key Highlights of Sindh’s New Vehicle Rules

Regulation Area	New Requirement/Limit
Vehicle Age Limits	20 years (inter-provincial), 25 years (intercity), 35 years (within cities)
Fitness Certificates	Mandatory from transport department centers
Fines	1st: Small fine; 2nd: Rs. 200,000; 3rd: Rs. 300,000
Safety Systems	GPS, front/rear cameras, driver-monitoring, 360° cameras, under-run guards
Non-Compliance	Temporary seizure → 14 days to fix → permanent cancellation if ignored
Implementation Time	1 year transition period for compliance

Transport Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon said the reforms will improve road safety, cut down on fatal accidents, and modernize Sindh’s transport system. But questions remain: Will transporters fully comply within a year? Can authorities effectively enforce these tough rules?

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