The Sindh government has ordered strict action against public service vehicles operating without valid route permits and fitness certificates across the province.
In a statement, Sindh Senior Minister and Provincial Minister for Information, Transport, and Mass Transit, Sharjeel Inam Memon, said that a formal letter has been issued to the Deputy Commissioners and Chairmen of the District Regional Transport Authorities (DRTAs) in this regard.
He said that the route permits and fitness certificates of a large number of vehicles have expired, and the concerned authorities have been directed to ensure that only vehicles with mandatory documentation under the Motor Vehicles Ordinance 1965 and Motor Vehicles Rules 1969 are allowed to operate on the roads.
Sharjeel Inam Memon said that a digital system has been introduced for issuing route permits and fitness certificates. Fitness certificates are now being issued entirely online, while permits for inter-district and urban routes are also being provided through an automated system. He added that manual route permits will soon be completely abolished.
He said that the Sindh government is providing subsidies to transporters; however, it has been stipulated that only the fare applicable before February 27, 2026, should be charged. Despite this, several complaints have been received that some transporters are exploiting citizens by charging excessive fares.
Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon directed the concerned authorities to launch a special checking campaign, take immediate action against vehicles operating without valid route permits or fitness certificates, and ensure that fares are prominently displayed in all public service vehicles so that passengers are fully informed.
He said that instructions have also been issued to ensure strict enforcement of the ban on the use of CNG and LPG in school vans and inter-district public transport. Authorities have been clearly directed that no vehicle should be allowed to operate on the roads without complete documentation.