The 28th Raising Day of the National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) was commemorated through a special ceremony at the Driving Licensing Authority Auditorium. The event chief guests were Inspector General Salman Chaudhry and the family of martyred Sub-Inspector Shabbir Ahmed. Additional Inspectors General of Police, DIsG and numerous officers and officials also participated in the ceremony. A poignant moment of the ceremony was when the daughters of martyred Sub-Inspector Shabbir Ahmed cut a cake in honor of the occasion. The event began with a welcoming note by DIG Muhammad Saleem, followed by a briefing from DIG Salman Ali Khan on the launching of the e-ticketing system.
IG Salman Chaudhry officially launched e-ticketing application aiming to enhance the transparency and paperless nature of the challaning process.In his address, IG Salman Chaudhary expressed pride in leading an organization that has become a symbol of national pride, noting the NHMP’s exemplary service over 5 thousand KMs covering the National Highways and Motorways of all provinces including Gilgit-Baltistan. He emphasized that the NHMP is known for its dedication, honesty, and professionalism, aligning it with international traffic policing standards. Reflecting on the organization’s history, he acknowledged the efforts of former Inspectors General and the sacrifices of the Motorway Police personnel, including those who gave their lives for safety of the public. IG Salman Chaudhry highlighted several achievements, including the successful implementation of the axle load control regime and the addition of new patrol vehicles in the fleet of NHMP to improve the efficiency of operations. He also spoke of the NHMP’s technological advancements, such as the modern e-ticketing system and the ongoing transition to a paperless office with plans for a cashless system soon. Furthermore, he mentioned the commencement of patrolling on the Karakoram Highway and the expansion of FM-95 radio coverage to other cities to provide traffic and weather updates. Additionally, the regular issuance of driving licenses has now been extended to Quetta, following its success in Islamabad and Sheikhupura.
