Key Takeaways
- Lahore Traffic Police propose new timings for heavy traffic, allowing waste management vehicles only between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
- The restriction aims to reduce accidents and minimize disruptions during peak traffic hours.
- Traffic police also call for stricter monitoring of drivers and mandatory road safety training.
Lahore Traffic Police have proposed new operating hours for heavy traffic, specifically targeting waste management vehicles. According to Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Syed Abdul Raheem, these changes are aimed at improving road safety and reducing congestion in the city.
The recommendation was made following a series of fatal accidents involving Suthra Punjab and Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC) vehicles during 2025-26. Four such incidents resulted in the deaths of ten people, prompting the CTO to take action.
To address these issues, the traffic police have proposed that waste management vehicles be allowed on major roads only between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., allowing cleaning operations to continue while minimizing risks during peak hours.
In addition to the revised operating hours, CTO Syed Abdul Raheem has recommended stricter monitoring of heavy vehicle drivers, mandatory road safety training, and stronger legal action against those found guilty of negligence.
The traffic police have also suspended the driving licenses of 68 drivers involved in traffic accidents. According to officials, any driver involved in a fatal or serious non-fatal accident will have their license immediately suspended. Those caught driving with a suspended license face legal action and may be registered for criminal cases.
CTO Syed Abdul Raheem stated that the department will continue strict enforcement of traffic laws to improve road safety across Lahore. He added, 'Drivers responsible for reckless driving will have their licenses suspended for at least one year, while those involved in fatal accidents will face additional legal proceedings.'
The proposed timing is intended to balance the need for cleaning operations with the safety and convenience of daytime commuters. The traffic police believe that these measures will help reduce the number of accidents and improve overall road conditions.
Four accidents involving Suthra Punjab and LWMC vehicles during 2025-26 resulted in the deaths of ten people.
Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Syed Abdul Raheem, CTO Lahore
Drivers responsible for reckless driving will have their licenses suspended for at least one year, while those involved in fatal accidents will face additional legal proceedings.
CTO Syed Abdul Raheem, CTO Lahore
