ISLAMABAD: The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) has made it mandatory for all vehicles travelling on national highways and motorways to carry fire extinguishers as part of efforts to enhance road safety and reduce the risks associated with vehicle fires.
According to an NHMP spokesperson, the decision has been taken in view of the increasing incidents of vehicle fires during accidents, with the aim of protecting human lives and valuable property.
As part of the initiative, the motorway police has launched a nationwide fire safety awareness campaign that will continue until June 24.
The campaign is aimed at educating drivers and transport operators about the importance of fire extinguishers, their proper use and the need to ensure that they remain functional.
The spokesperson said all vehicles must be equipped with standard and operational fire extinguishers.
Drivers have also been advised to check the validity and performance of their fire safety equipment before commencing a journey, warning that expired or non-functional extinguishers will not be accepted.
The NHMP further stated that strict enforcement of the new regulations will begin after June 24.
Legal action will be taken against passenger and cargo vehicles found operating without the required fire safety equipment.
In addition, vehicles not carrying fire extinguishers will not be permitted to enter motorways, the spokesperson added.
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