ISLAMABAD, 30 DEC  (DNA) — Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Captain (R) Hamza Humayun, in a strict move to curb accidents, on Tuesday announced that the ITP has launched an aggressive crackdown on motorcyclists and heavy vehicles violating ‘lane discipline’, enforcing dedicated lanes, green-marked awareness zones and continuous technology-based monitoring to ensure responsible riding is strictly followed.

Speaking to a local media channel, Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Captain (R) Hamza Humayun stated that the majority of accidents on Islamabad’s express and Srinagar highways are caused by reckless motorbikes and even heavy vehicles violating lane discipline. He emphasized that such behavior is extremely dangerous and a leading cause of road accidents, putting both riders and other road users at serious risk.

Responding to a query, he added that major lane violations by bikers have been observed on expressways from Khanapul to Faizabad and along Club Road, highlighting these as high-risk zones for accidents. Captain Humayun warned that such reckless riding will no longer be tolerated and that the ITP is strictly enforcing traffic rules on these stretches. Under the ongoing crackdown, he said almost 1,360 motorcycles were checked, out of which 292 found violating rules and 189 were impounded.

 The operation covers 22 areas of Islamabad, with six dedicated checkpoints and awareness boards installed across main roads to educate riders about lane discipline and safe riding practices. The CTO stressed that all violators of dedicated lanes and green-marked routes will face immediate penalties, including fines and impoundment.

He further explained that many bikers and heavy vehicles previously ignored lane rules, but now ITP is strictly enforcing discipline, particularly during rush hours when heavy vehicle movement will be restricted due to increased traffic from the New Year. The initiative, carried out in cooperation with the CDA, combines rigorous enforcement, visible lane markings, awareness campaigns, and continuous monitoring to ensure zero tolerance for lane violations and promote the safety of all road users, he added.

In conclusion, Captain Hamza Humayun warned that there will be no tolerance anymore. He clarified which lanes are designated specifically for speeders and bikers only and stressed that violators will face strict action without exception. He said any person violating traffic laws will face heavy penalties and must fully cooperate with the police. — DNA