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Motorcycle accidents in Islamabad have fallen by more than 70 percent after traffic police launched a strict crackdown on lane violations and helmet non-compliance across the capital city.
Officials said the improvement followed a focused enforcement campaign targeting unsafe riding behaviour by motorcyclists in Islamabad over recent months, closely monitored by senior traffic management officials.
Islamabad police data showed 17 fatal accidents and 14 injury cases in January 2025, while December recorded 10 deaths and 15 injury-related crashes involving motorcycle riders on city roads.
After the campaign began, accident numbers dropped sharply, with only five motorcycle-related accidents reported in 2026, officials confirmed through publicly released traffic surveillance records.
Chief Traffic Officer, Hamzah Humayun, said strict lane discipline, helmet use, and responsible driving clearly save lives, as officers patrol roads around the clock across Islamabad to ensure public safety.
He urged motorcyclists to stay in left lanes, follow speed limits, and cooperate with police, while authorities continue enforcement and provide assistance through helplines for traffic complaints, emergencies, and guidance updates.
Last year in July, Islamabad Traffic Police made it compulsory for all motorcycle riders and their passengers to wear helmets, regardless of age or gender, to enhance road safety.
The Ministry of Interior in September last year raised penalties for traffic violations across Islamabad, aiming to enforce discipline on city roads and create a safer environment for all commuters.
