Sindh-Governor Kamran Tessori has called on Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah to set up a high-level commission to investigate the increasing number of traffic accidents and deaths in Karachi.
In a letter to the Minister of Chief, Tessori emphasized concerns about reckless driving, especially by heavy vehicle operators such as dumpers, trailers and water tankers.
He noted a sharp increase in traffic violations and accidents in recent months, which has caused significant public anxiety.
The proposed commission to be led by the Secretary of the Secretary would investigate the fundamental causes of these events and keep them responsible, Tessori said.
He emphasized the need for a comprehensive strategy to prevent further tragedy and ensure public security.
According to the Chhipa Welfare Association, Karachi has registered 107 traffic -related deaths in the first 45 days of 2025, including 78 men, 14 women, 11 children and 4 girls.
In addition, 1,493 people were injured and included 1,290 men, 193 women, 42 children and 18 girls.
Earlier, Sindh -Governor Kamran Tessori wrote another letter to Sindh High Court (SHC) Chief Justice, which called for immediate action against the increasing number of traffic deaths in Karachi.
In his letter, Tessori emphasized administrative negligence and legal violations as important causes of fatal accidents in the city.
The governor expressed concern about a recent incident where four citizens lost their lives in a single day.
He pointed out that despite a court decision that limits heavy traffic from entering the city between 7 p.m. 7 and 23, continues complaints about non -compliance.
Governor Tessori requested High Court to secure a strict implementation of its orders to prevent further tragedies.
Earlier, Karachi Division -Commissioner Syed Hassan Naqvi announced a complete ban on heavy traffic in the city during the day for the next two months.
The ban with effect from February 14 to April 13, 2025 limits the movement of dumpers carrying building materials, mixing machines and other heavy traffic within the city borders from 10am to 6pm.
