RAWALPINDI: The Rawalpindi City Traffic Police registered the greatest number of driving license in the history of issuing driving licenses in one year making 2025 a historic year of providing services to people. As per the official annual report, the highest levels of 1,386,887 residents were provided with licensing services which has never been recorded in the history of the district.
The authorities indicate that the historic performance represents effective reforms, the growth of facilities, and simplified procedures that have had a great impact on the accessibility to citizens in both urban and rural settings.
Record-Breaking Year for Licensing
The 2025 report highlights several major milestones:
- 1.38 million residents served
- Hundreds of thousands of new licenses and renewals processed
- Significant expansion of licensing centers
- Strong growth in first-time driver registrations
Virtue of the increased applications, the traffic police is experiencing growing trust among the populace and also growing demand due to the increase in vehicles ownership and quality of the service.
Expansion of Licensing Centers Boosts Accessibility
Executives attribute the high figures to the growth of licensing plants in Rawalpindi. It gave the applicants an opportunity to:
- Apply closer to home
- Avoid lengthy waiting times
- Navigate biometric verification more smoothly
- Receive licenses faster
Such advances lowered costs of travelling and minimized time out of work or school.
Leadership-Driven Reforms
Farhan Aslam as the leader of the traffic police of Rawalpindi, unveiled a number of reforms related to the service that changed the way the licensing process works. Key initiatives included:
- Transparent processing systems
- Enhanced digital record management
- Staff monitoring and accountability
- Citizen-friendly service policies
These actions streamlined the department and were a major boost to satisfaction among people.
Surge in Learner Permits Reflects Growing Demand
In 2025, Rawalpindi issued over 434000 learner permits all time. This rise signals:
- Growth in new vehicle ownership
- Greater awareness of legal driving requirements
- Increased confidence in the licensing system
According to the officials, the surge indicates that there is positive behavior of responsible driving among first-time applicants.
Highest-Ever Number of New Driving Licenses
The traffic police issued 244,825 new driving licenses which is the highest number of driving licenses to be issued in the district on record. Better coordination between the testing and issuance departments was also able to minimize the delays and enhance efficiency.
International Driving Licenses Indicate Rising Global Mobility
In 2025, 3,932 international driving licenses were issued, which is beneficial to foreign workers, students, tourists, and business travelers. This is indicative of an increasing demand of internationally approved driving qualifications amongst employees of Rawalpindi.
Impact on Road Safety and Legal Compliance
The positive effects of the record issuance of licenses on the road safety are anticipated. As the number of legally trained drivers increases on the road, the authorities expect:
- Better understanding of traffic laws
- Reduced number of unlicensed drivers
- Improved accountability and enforcement
Improved Public Trust in Traffic Police
Citizens reported higher satisfaction throughout 2025 due to:
- Better-organized licensing centers
- Professional behavior of staff
- Clear and guided processes
- Faster resolution of complaints
Digital Optimization Strengthens Service Capacity
In the background, the traffic police enhanced the internal systems to process a large number of applications. Enhancements included:
- Streamlined biometric verification
- Reduced paperwork through digitalization
- Faster data processing and record management
- Improved coordination between departments
Economic and Social Advantages
The licensing boom also contributed to local economic activity. Citizens benefited from:
- Expanded job opportunities requiring valid driving licenses
- Growth in ride-hailing and delivery services
- Reduced reliance on agents and middlemen
- Time and cost savings
For many young people, obtaining a license created new employment pathways.
Challenges Amid High Demand
Officials acknowledged challenges during peak periods, including:
- Overcrowding
- Increased pressure on staff
- Occasional system slowdowns
Future Plans for Licensing Services
Building on the success of 2025, the Rawalpindi City Traffic Police plans to:
- Further expand licensing centers
- Improve online appointment and renewal systems
- Introduce additional digital features
- Increase staff training and capacity
Conclusion
The success of reforms, leadership, and innovation is evidenced by the record-breaking performance of the city of Rawalpindi which has approximately 1.4 million residents and has the largest number of licenses ever in its history. The success of 2025 makes Rawalpindi a prototype of efficient licensing services in Punjab and provide a great base to be improved further in the coming years.
