Summary Pakistan’s Motorway Police have launched the “Be Our Eyes” campaign, enabling travellers to report overloading, overcharging, reckless driving and other traffic violations.
RAWALPINDI — The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) have launched a public-participation initiative titled “Be Our Eyes”, allowing citizens to report traffic violations they witness while travelling on highways and motorways.
The campaign is designed to involve commuters directly in efforts to improve road safety, strengthen enforcement of traffic regulations and reduce practices that put passengers and other road users at risk.
Under the initiative, travellers can alert the Motorway Police about violations, particularly those involving public transport vehicles.
The violations that can be reported include overloading of passenger vehicles, charging fares above prescribed rates, dangerous or reckless driving and other breaches of traffic regulations.
QR code provides access to complaint system
A key feature of the campaign is the use of QR codes placed on Motorway Police stickers displayed on public transport vehicles.
Passengers who observe a violation can scan the QR code with their mobile phones to access the relevant reporting platform and submit their complaint.
The system is intended to make reporting easier and quicker for travellers rather than requiring them to visit a police office to lodge a complaint.
The Motorway Police said timely and responsible information from citizens could assist authorities in identifying violations and taking measures to prevent dangerous practices on the country's road network.
Focus on passenger safety
Overloading and reckless driving can significantly increase risks for passengers, particularly on long-distance routes. The campaign also gives passengers a mechanism to report alleged overcharging by public transport operators.
According to the NHMP, greater public participation could help curb traffic violations, reduce road accidents and protect human lives.
The initiative effectively seeks to turn road users into additional observers for enforcement authorities by providing them with a direct channel to flag unsafe behaviour.
Authorities have encouraged citizens to use the reporting mechanism responsibly and provide timely information whenever they witness violations during their journeys.
The Motorway Police said cooperation between road users and enforcement personnel could contribute to safer travel, improved traffic management and stronger compliance with road safety regulations.
The NHMP has urged passengers and other travellers to participate in the “Be Our Eyes” campaign and report violations they encounter on highways and motorways.
