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In a major step toward digital governance and transparent traffic control, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah inaugurated the Faceless E-Challan System in Karachi. The new system aims to eliminate human involvement in traffic law enforcement by using AI-powered cameras to automatically detect violations and issue electronic challans.
Karachi’s traffic chaos and frequent violations have long called for a more transparent enforcement mechanism. The introduction of a faceless e-ticketing system comes as part of Sindh’s broader plan to modernize traffic management, ensure fairness, and reduce corruption and favoritism often linked with manual challans.
At the launch event, CM Murad Ali Shah said the initiative represents a milestone in public safety and accountability, supported by amendments to the Motor Vehicle Ordinance of 1965 to fit modern traffic standards.
“Traffic violations will now be detected automatically through advanced cameras. This system promotes justice, transparency, and accountability,” said the Chief Minister.
The project begins with 200 cameras installed across Karachi, which will later expand to 2,000 across Sindh. Citizens can verify their challans or file appeals through upcoming traffic management centers.
He further added that the Citizen-Police Liaison Committee (CPLC) will help ensure independent oversight and fairness in the process.
“We are proudly initiating this journey of change from Karachi,” Shah remarked.
Penalties and Incentives
According to details, violators will face fines up to Rs. 20,000, with a warning issued for the first offense. Repeat offenders must pay fines for both violations. Additionally, traffic officials will receive a 15% share of challan revenue for efficiency, while those issuing false challans will face a 30% deduction as a penalty.
The faceless e-challan system mirrors successful models in Dubai and Singapore, aiming to integrate real-time data monitoring, reduce disputes, and boost public confidence in law enforcement.
