Lahore Cracks Down on Illegal Bus Stands

Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Lahore Syed Abdul Rahim Shirazi has ordered a crackdown on illegal bus stands and unauthorized bus stops throughout the city.

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• He further directed that all bus drivers must have valid Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV) and Public Service Vehicle (PSV) driving licenses.
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• The CTO directed traffic authorities to register cases against drivers who park buses or pick up and drop off passengers at unauthorized locations.

In practice, the directive came during his visit to 32 Chowk, Shahdara, Lari Adda, and Ravi Road, where he reviewed traffic conditions and instructed authorities to take immediate action against illegal bus operations. Lahore Launches Rickshaw Training Program for Women.

Meanwhile, the CTO directed traffic authorities to register cases against drivers who park buses or pick up and drop off passengers at unauthorized locations. He additionally cautioned that sector in-charges and duty officers would face disciplinary action if illegal bus stands were discovered operating in their areas.

While more than 2, 700 traffic tickets have been issued in October alone for violations involving unauthorized bus stands and holding points, according to the CTO, 31 cases have been registered this year for stopping buses at illegal holding points. RTA Intends Modern Upgrade for Pirwadhai Bus Stand.

He further directed that all bus drivers must have valid Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV) and Public Service Vehicle (PSV) driving licenses. Drivers operating buses without a PSV license will additionally face legal action.

In practice, the CTO emphasized that illegal bus stands and holding points would not be tolerated, adding that action against those disrupting traffic flow would continue without discrimination. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.

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Taken together, the developments around lahore Cracks Down on Illegal Bus Stands point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.