LAHORE: In a major step to enhance passenger safety, particularly for women, Lahore Traffic Police has decided to introduce QR panic buttons, dashboard cameras, and GPS tracking systems in online ride-hailing vehicles on a phased basis. The decision was finalized during a meeting between Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Lahore Syed Abdul Rahim Shirazi and representatives of online taxi companies.
Meeting Highlights
During the meeting, participants agreed to make modern safety features mandatory for all ride-hailing services operating in the provincial capital. Under the proposed plan, ride-hailing companies will be required to equip their vehicles with QR panic buttons, dashcams, and GPS trackers within a specific timeframe. Traffic police officials warned that action would be taken against vehicles failing to comply with the new requirements.
CTO's Remarks
Speaking at the meeting, CTO Shirazi emphasized that the use of advanced tracking systems and camera technology would improve monitoring, strengthen passenger and driver security, and assist authorities in investigating accidents and other incidents. He assured that Lahore Traffic Police would provide full support to ride-hailing companies in installing the Punjab government's QR panic button system, which aims to improve emergency response and enhance commuter safety.
Broader Safety Initiative
Officials stated that this initiative is part of broader efforts to leverage technology for improving public safety and modernizing urban transport services. They added that the new measures are expected to boost public confidence in ride-hailing services while strengthening the overall security framework for both passengers and drivers.
