ISLAMABAD
\nIn a bid to ensure safe and fair travel for commuters, the National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) have launched a nationwide campaign targeting overcharging and overloading by public transport operators during the Eid-ul-Azha.
\nAccording to the spokesperson of the Motorway Police, all bus companies have been strictly directed to refrain from charging passengers more than the officially approved fares. \u201cStrict action will be taken against violators,\u201d said Additional Inspector General (IG) of the North Region.
\n\u201cHeavy fines will be imposed on transporters found guilty of overloading or overcharging,\u201d the Additional IG warned. \u201cNo concession will be granted when it comes to the fitness of passenger vehicles.\u201d
\nPassenger vehicles operating without valid route permits and fitness certificates will be sent back and barred from entering the motorways. Authorities emphasized that only roadworthy vehicles will be allowed to operate to ensure passenger safety.
\nAs part of the campaign, Motorway Police officers were holding briefings at different sections of motorways for passenger vehicle drivers.
\nThe officers outlined the consequences of overloading and speeding, emphasizing the importance of adhering to regulations for a safer journey.
\nThe Motorway Police has reiterated its commitment to providing safe, smooth, and fair travel for all commuters.For any complaints or assistance, travelers are encouraged to contact the Motorway Police Helpline at 130. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
ISLAMABAD In a bid to ensure safe and fair travel for commuters, the National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) have launched a nationwide campaign targeting overcharging and overloading by public transport operators during the Eid-ul-Azha. According to the spokesperson of the Motorway Police, all bus companies have been strictly directed to refrain from charging passengers […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":482914,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-483019","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-national"],"yoast_head":"\n