Lahore Traffic Police Seize Motorcycle With 113 E-Challans
The motorcycle was seized on Walton Road during a routine check by patrolling traffic officers.
Officers Ghulam Arabi and Tanveer checked the motorcycle’s e-challan record and found a long list of traffic violations linked to the vehicle.
The record showed that the motorcycle had accumulated 113 e-challans for repeated violations of traffic rules. The discovery highlights how repeated traffic offences can build up when motorists continue to ignore basic road safety rules.
Most violations linked to helmet offences
According to traffic police, 89 of the 113 e-challans were issued for riding without a helmet. The remaining 24 violations were related to running red lights and ignoring traffic signals.
The figures show that helmet violations accounted for the largest share of the motorcycle’s traffic record. Helmet use remains a major focus of traffic enforcement in Punjab, particularly for motorcycle riders.
Punjab’s traffic laws require motorcycle riders and pillion passengers to wear crash helmets. Traffic police have repeatedly urged motorcyclists to follow the rule as part of wider efforts to improve road safety.
Fines reach Rs190,000
The repeated violations resulted in fines totalling Rs190,000, according to traffic police. The motorcycle was later impounded at Factory Area Police Station following the check.
The case serves as a reminder that repeated traffic violations can result in significant financial penalties and other enforcement action. Punjab Police says traffic officers can issue challans when drivers violate traffic rules, while the department has also developed digital systems to improve traffic enforcement.
Traffic police target outstanding e-challans
The action against the motorcycle comes as authorities continue efforts to address outstanding e-challans in Lahore. A traffic police spokesperson said letters had also been sent to government departments with unpaid e-challans.
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The departments were asked to clear their outstanding dues. However, the statement did not identify the departments involved or disclose the amounts they owed.
The move suggests that traffic authorities are also focusing on institutional and government vehicles with pending violations. Punjab Police has described e-challaning as an important part of modern traffic enforcement and has continued to expand digital systems for recording and managing violations.
Citizens urged to follow traffic rules
Syed Abdul Rahim Sherazi urged citizens to follow traffic regulations and avoid violations that can lead to e-challans.
He particularly stressed the importance of wearing helmets while riding motorcycles. Motorcyclists have been advised to make helmet use a regular safety habit rather than waiting until enforcement action is taken.
Traffic authorities have also urged road users to respect traffic signals and other road rules. Following basic traffic regulations can help reduce accidents, improve traffic flow, and prevent unnecessary fines.
