Overview

• Police reported a surge in fraudulent texts falsely claiming to be traffic challans and seeking payments via EasyPaisa.
• Authorities said such messages have no link to the Karachi Traffic Police or any government department and should be ignored.
• Officials reiterated they do not send challan demands from personal mobile numbers or through payment links, and they urged drivers to call the 1915 helpline for guidance.
• The faceless e‑challan system launches on October 1 with violations captured by cameras, evidence-backed notices delivered by post, and verification available through the official mobile app.
• An expanded awareness drive is underway with pamphlets, volunteers including lady constables and students, and advertising placements at over 100 locations to explain the new process.