The Punjab government is considering amending the Motor Vehicle Ordinance 1965 to increase fines for traffic violations, according to a proposal approved by the provincial cabinet.
According to a news report, the proposal suggests changes to 20 sections of the ordinance, which have been forwarded to the Punjab Assembly for approval. Under the current system, fines range from Rs200 to Rs1,000. The new amendments aim to raise this range to Rs2,000 to Rs20,000, with specific fines for various violations.
For overspeeding, motorcyclists will face a Rs2,000 fine, while vehicles with engines up to 2000cc will be fined Rs5,000. Those with engines larger than 2000cc will incur a Rs20,000 fine. Violating traffic signals will result in fines between Rs2,000 and Rs15,000, and breaching zebra crossing rules will incur a Rs10,000 fine.
The amendment also proposes a fine of Rs2,000 to Rs15,000 for using a phone while driving, and includes provisions for booking underage drivers. Additionally, the new regulations will make wearing a seatbelt mandatory for all drivers and passengers.
A point-based system is also being introduced, with 2 to 4 points deducted for each violation. Drivers losing 20 points will have their licenses suspended for six months to a year.
The government also plans to digitize the fine ticketing and driving license system and make it mandatory for passengers on motorcycles to wear helmets.
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