Sujawal Court Incident Leads Sindh Assembly to Review Traffic Fines
Public debate intensified after the Sujawal court incident and rising complaints about heavy traffic fines. Therefore, the Sindh Assembly decided to act quickly. Lawmakers agreed that public trust and fairness must guide traffic reforms.
Committee to Review E-Challan Fines
The provincial government formed an eight-member house committee on Friday. This decision came after pressure from both government and opposition members. As a result, the assembly showed rare unity on a public issue.
Law and Home Minister Zia-ul-Hasan Lanjar will chair the committee. It includes four PPP lawmakers, three MQM-P members, and one PTI-backed representative. In addition, Opposition Leader Ali Khurshidi will join the panel.
Lanjar told the house that the committee will review fine amounts carefully. It will also examine public complaints and system transparency. However, he clarified that traffic discipline, not revenue collection, remains the core goal.
The committee will hold its first meeting on December 15. If members suggest changes, the government will amend the law accordingly. Therefore, citizens may soon see more balanced fines.
Lanjar also shared future plans for traffic management. For example, authorities will expand the e-challan system to Hyderabad and other districts. The government hopes this step will improve road safety.
Assembly Discusses Civic and Social Issues
Lawmakers raised several civic concerns during the session. University Minister Ismail Rahoo highlighted a shortage of student transport buses. He said universities manage their own budgets, although the province provides funding.
Another member pointed out illegal water connections in Karachi. Officials promised to address the matter with district administrations next week. Meanwhile, concerns over power bill recovery raids also reached the floor.
The Sujawal court incident dominated discussion toward the end. An aged man faced violence during a land dispute hearing. Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon called the event tragic and confirmed an official inquiry. Finally, the speaker directed a house committee to meet on the issue. The assembly then adjourned until Monday.
