Sindh introduces new vehicle fitness certificate policy 2026. The Sindh Assembly was inform on Friday that the provincial government has intensified action against unfit vehicles, issuing fines of Rs. 820 million to 56,200 heavy vehicles last year. Senior Minister Sharjeel Memon, who also oversees the transport department. Provided the figures during Question Hour while responding to lawmakers’ queries. He said authorities issued challans to 2,935 dumpers, 2,138 oil tankers, 183 tractors, 13,918 trailers, 30,917 trucks, and 6,109 water tankers in the past year.
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Memon explain that fitness certificates were previously issue manually without proper records. And vehicles from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan could obtain certificates in Sindh. The minister also said the government is in the process of acquiring additional buses. With some already at the port, and approval has grant for 500 more buses. He noted that around 200,000 people use Sindh government buses daily. While ridership on the Green Line has risen from 50,000 to 85,000 passengers. “The entire system has now been computerize. And no vehicle can operate on the roads without a digital fitness certificate,” he added.
Under the new rules, vehicles will now undergo a more thorough inspection to ensure they meet safety and environmental standards. Authorities have emphasized that the move is part of a broader effort to reduce road accidents and improve the quality of vehicles operating in the province. Vehicle owners are require to comply with the update process to obtain or renew their fitness certificates. The policy also includes stricter penalties for non-compliance, including fines and restrictions on vehicles operating without a valid certificate.
Officials have state that the new system will more transparent, with digital verification options being introduce to make it easier for citizens to confirm the authenticity of fitness certificates. Public awareness campaigns are also plan to guide vehicle owners through the updated procedures. “The introduction of this policy reflects our commitment to road safety and ensuring that vehicles on our roads are in proper condition,” said a spokesperson from the Sindh Transport Department.