Punjab enforces ban on entry of vehicles without fitness certificate on motorways, highways

LAHORE: The Punjab government and the National Highways and Motorway Police (NH&MP) on Thursdday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that sets forth measures to prohibit the entry of vehicles without a valid fitness certificate and route permit on motorways and highways.

At the MoU signing ceremony held in Lahore, Caretaker Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced to establishment of a trauma centre at the Lahore-Islamabad Motorway, a project that will be completed with the support of the National Highway Authority. This development is poised to significantly enhance emergency response capabilities and contribute to the overall safety of commuters on these crucial routes.

Smog update: schools, offices to remain closed this Saturday in 8 districts of Punjab

To address environmental concerns, Chief Minister Punjab also declared a special holiday for schools and public sector offices across the province this Saturday. 

Earlier this month, Pakistani authorities announced that from December 31, 2023, motor vehicles will be required to be equipped with an M-Tag to gain access to the country’s motorways.

NHA has declared the M-Tag mandatory, and vehicles without the tag will face fines, a move that aims to streamline toll collection and traffic flow.