The Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) has stepped up enforcement against vehicles operating with fake, cloned, and tampered number plates by utilizing its artificial intelligence-powered surveillance network across the province.
According to the authority, its advanced monitoring system identified and tracked more than 170 suspicious vehicles during the past month. The initiative forms part of broader efforts to strengthen law enforcement and improve public safety through technology-driven policing.
The PSCA stated that its automated alert mechanism is capable of detecting suspicious, altered, or unregistered number plates in real time. Once a vehicle is flagged, the system immediately relays information to nearby police units, enabling swift action against suspected violators.
Officials said the authority is also continuously monitoring blacklisted vehicles and those linked to criminal activities through its digital surveillance infrastructure. The system is designed to help law enforcement agencies track suspicious movements, deter criminal activity, and improve response times.
The crackdown reflects the increasing use of artificial intelligence and smart city technologies in policing operations across Punjab. Authorities believe the integration of real-time surveillance and automated alerts can significantly improve the identification of vehicles involved in illegal activities.
The PSCA warned that the use of fake, cloned, or tampered number plates is a criminal offense and may lead to the registration of an FIR, vehicle impoundment, and other legal proceedings under applicable laws.
Citizens have been advised to ensure that their vehicles carry only original and officially registered number plates. Authorities emphasized that compliance with vehicle registration regulations is essential to avoid legal consequences and support efforts to maintain public safety.
The latest operation highlights Punjab’s ongoing investment in technology-based law enforcement tools aimed at enhancing security, strengthening traffic management, and improving the effectiveness of crime prevention measures.
