Karachi, Oct. 3 -- The Sindh government on Friday (local time) imposed heavy fines and a demerit points system for traffic rule violations, ARY News reported.

The news system has been implemented under the Motor Vehicle Ordinance 1965, clause 121-A, following the amendment in the 12th schedule.

Minister Sharjeel Memon, while elaborating on the system and fines, said that the government would take strict action against those caught driving on the wrong side, breaking signals, and speeding.

He also informed that the fines in the new list have been set based on the type of vehicle. Memon mentioned that Rs 5000 fine would be imposed on overspeeding of motorcycles, Rs 15,000 on cars and Rs 20,000 on heavy vehicles. The Minister said that ei...