KARACHI:
The Traffic Police have established the Karachi Road Accident Analysis Unit in an effort to reduce road crashes and enhance road safety. The department will monitor traffic accidents on a daily basis, collect evidence from crash sites, investigate causes, and provide data-driven recommendations to relevant authorities.
This was revealed during a ceremony at the DIG Traffic office, where more than 26,000 illegal fancy number plates, hooters, pressure horns, revolving lights, and other prohibited devices were destroyed. These items had been seized by the Traffic Police during the past year for violating traffic regulations.
Attendees at the ceremony included senior officials, including AIG Karachi Javed Alam Odho, SSPs Traffic from various districts, and others. While addressing the audience, Traffic Police DIG Pir Muhammad Shah stressed the importance of the destruction of these illegal devices, noting that the act sends a strong message to the public about the consequences of using such items. He reiterated that the use of pressure horns, fancy number plates, and other illegal devices is against the law, and action will now extend to shopkeepers selling such items.
DIG Shah announced the establishment of the Karachi Road Accident Analysis Unit which will comprise 10 members, who will conduct thorough investigations into traffic accidents. The unit will gather evidence from accident scenes, analyse contributing factors, and compile detailed reports. Their findings will be used to formulate comprehensive strategies aimed at reducing accidents and preventing loss of life.
DIG Shah also spoke about plans for the development of a mobile application to streamline the process of accident reporting and data collection. He said that while the Traffic Police cannot work miracles, the formation of the new department is a step toward addressing the city’s traffic woes. He further stated that success in traffic management requires collaboration from all stakeholders, and every department must play a role in solving the crisis.
Speaking on the occasion, AIG Odho stressed the importance of a multi-faceted approach to tackling Karachi’s traffic problems. He pointed out that road construction projects in the city have led to increased traffic on other routes, adding to the burden on the police and traffic enforcement agencies. He also underscored the crucial role of the transport department in improving traffic conditions.
Odho revealed that in 2024, 58% of traffic accident victims were motorcyclists, and 24% were pedestrians. The Traffic Police seized around 500,000 vehicles in the past year and generated over Rs1billion in revenue through traffic fines. He further stated that while improvements have been made in traffic enforcement, a more coordinated approach is needed for lasting change.
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