By The Karachi Police have announced a citywide crackdown on vehicles using fake, fancy, concealed, or illegal number plates, with enforcement set to begin from Friday, December 19, 2025. The operation aims to strengthen traffic discipline, improve enforcement efficiency, and prevent vehicle owners from evading identification and e-challans.
Announcement by Senior Police Officials
Additional Inspector General of Police Karachi Javed Alam Odho shared the details during a press briefing at the Karachi Police Office. He was accompanied by Chief Citizens Police Liaison Committee (CPLC) Zubair Habib, DIG Traffic Pir Muhammad Shah, and Director Excise and Motor Registration Shabana Baloch, reflecting coordinated enforcement among key departments.
Use of Cameras and Ground Checks
Police officials confirmed that the operation will rely on both surveillance cameras and on-ground inspections to identify vehicles bypassing registration rules. Under the system, cameras will scan vehicle number plates, and any mismatch or suspicious marking will trigger an alert for immediate action.
Odho stated that vehicles found using fake or altered number plates would be seized, and cases may be registered against owners involved in violations. He added that excise department records would be verified before enforcement action is taken to ensure transparency.
TRACS System Improves Enforcement
The additional IG highlighted the role of the TRACS system, which has significantly improved traffic flow and monitoring across Karachi. While public feedback has been largely positive, authorities observed that some vehicle owners are attempting to evade e-challans through illegal means, including concealed or forged number plates.
“So far, more than 500 vehicles have already been checked and found using fake or illegal registration numbers,” Odho revealed. He added that when such vehicles are detected by cameras, alerts are generated instantly, allowing swift enforcement.
Heavy Vehicles and Trackers
Authorities also disclosed that trackers have been installed in approximately 15,000 heavy vehicles, enabling better monitoring of commercial traffic and reducing security risks across the city.
Advice for Vehicle Owners
Police advised citizens who have applied for official number plates to carry their payment receipts at all times while awaiting issuance. Vehicles without valid number plates may be temporarily impounded, while misuse of green number plates will also invite legal action.
Director Excise Shabana Baloch stated that new vehicles are now being issued number plates at the time of purchase, while plates for older vehicles have been issued up to those bought by July, with the remaining process currently underway.
Call for Public Cooperation
Karachi police urged vehicle owners to comply with registration laws and ensure proper documentation to avoid inconvenience during the crackdown. Officials emphasized that the operation is intended to improve road safety, enhance accountability, and ensure lawful use of vehicles across the city.
