Lahore (September 2025) – The Punjab government is preparing to introduce a stricter traffic management system that includes higher fines and license suspensions for repeated violations. The move aims to improve road safety and reduce reckless driving across the province.
The new plan, drafted by the traffic police, has already received departmental clearance and will soon be presented to the Punjab cabinet for final approval.
Key Highlights of the New Traffic Penalties
Under the proposed rules, fines for 25 types of violations will increase significantly. Drivers will also face a penalty points system that can lead to suspension of licenses for serious or repeated offenses.
Revised Fine Structure
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Overspeeding: Rs. 2,000 – Rs. 20,000 + 4 penalty points
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Signal violation / Wrong-way driving: Rs. 2,000 – Rs. 15,000 + 4 penalty points
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Rash driving: Rs. 3,000 – Rs. 15,000 + 4 penalty points
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Overloading vehicles: Rs. 2,000 – Rs. 15,000 + 4 penalty points
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Use of pressure horns: Rs. 2,000 – Rs. 10,000 + 2 penalty points
Under the new system, drivers who accumulate 20 points within a year will face license suspensions lasting two months to one year.
Why the Change?
Currently, most traffic fines in Punjab range from Rs. 100 to Rs. 500, with courts allowing up to Rs. 2,000 in a few cases. Authorities believe such low penalties have failed to deter traffic violations, leading to frequent accidents, congestion, and unsafe roads.
The new policy will:
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Encourage safer driving habits
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Reduce road accidents caused by overspeeding and reckless driving
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Modernize enforcement with e-challaning, replacing outdated manual challans
Transition to E-Challaning
A major shift will be the move from manual challaning to digital e-challaning. This system will improve transparency, reduce corruption, and ensure fines are collected efficiently. Violations will be recorded electronically, and penalty points will be automatically updated against the driver’s license.
Expected Impact
With stricter fines and penalties, the Punjab government expects:
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Improved road discipline across cities
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Fewer accidents and traffic fatalities
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Reduced congestion due to better compliance with traffic laws
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More efficient enforcement through technology-driven monitoring
Final Thoughts
The decision by the Punjab government to implement higher traffic fines and license suspensions for violations is a step toward safer, more disciplined roads. If approved, drivers will need to be far more cautious, as repeated offenses could not only cost thousands of rupees but also lead to losing their driving license for months.
This reform aligns Punjab with global standards of road safety, sending a strong message that reckless driving will no longer be tolerated.