Karachi (Staff Report) — Inspector General (IG) Sindh Police Ghulam Nabi Memon has given a temporary ban on transfers and postings in Karachi Traffic Police. This move has been directly associated with the continued launching of the e-challan system currently being extended across the city to track and punish traffic offenses by using surveillance cameras.
Purpose Behind the Transfer Ban
The shift is supposed to guarantee continuous and uninterrupted implementation of the newly enhanced e-challan mechanism. Police officials cited frequent transfers and reshuffling of traffic officers as contributing to:
- System training continuity
- Accountability tracking
- Data monitoring and officer performance evaluation
By freezing transfers for the time being, the department aims to maintain consistency in the enforcement approach and avoid administrative disruptions.
E-Challan Enforcement Expands Across Karachi
The e-challan system, already in place in various parts of Karachi, uses:
- Camera-based traffic monitoring
- Automatic violation detection
- Digital fine issuance linked to vehicle registration
Officials believe the system will reduce corruption and manual interference in traffic fine procedures, leading to greater transparency and road discipline.
Traffic Officials Under Performance Review
Sources indicate that the police command is also reviewing:
- Daily enforcement data
- Fine issuance patterns
- Complaint trends regarding traffic personnel behavior
Officers showing poor performance or repeated misconduct may face disciplinary action, while efficient personnel are likely to be retained in key enforcement zones.
Public Cooperation Encouraged
Authorities have urged motorists to:
- Follow traffic signals
- Keep vehicle records updated
- Pay e-challans promptly to avoid legal or vehicle seizure issues
The Sindh Police have insisted that the transfer ban is provisional and will withdrawn when the system is fully stable throughout the city.
