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Islamabad to Enforce M-Tag Entry Rule on Jan. 1

Officials report full readiness, citing expanded Shakarparian capacity alongside more than 98,000 tags issued.

Overview

  • Islamabad’s ICT administration says vehicles without M-Tags will be stopped and penalised starting January 1.
  • Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon says readers will be active at all designated entry points and confirms no extension to the deadline.
  • The Shakarparian registration center has added counters and staff to speed processing as officials warn of last‑minute queues.
  • Authorities advise motorists to bring required documents, noting a surge in applications as enforcement nears.
  • Coverage previously referenced conflicting start dates, but the latest advisory specifies a January 1 activation.