PESHAWAR: The Department of Transport, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has launched an effective province-wide crackdown against buses and vehicles emitting toxic and environmentally harmful smoke.
During the past two weeks, a total of 7,453 vehicles were inspected across the province. Out of these, 4,352 vehicles passed the emission test, while 3,301 drivers were fined and instructed to obtain a Vehicle Emission Testing Station (VETS) fitness certificate within one week.
The VETS Peshawar has also initiated a targeted inspection campaign against private school buses emitting excessive smoke. For this purpose, joint teams comprising officials from Vehicle Emission Testing Station (VETS) and the Motor Vehicle Examiner (MVE) are conducting daily inspections of school buses across various areas of Peshawar.
Through VETS’ mobile laboratory, the emission levels of the buses are tested, while the MVE team inspects tyres, seats, body condition, brakes, and other fitness standards. Buses found emitting smoke beyond international limits are directed to obtain a valid fitness certificate from VETS before resuming operations.
According to VETS officials, during the past three days, detailed inspections were conducted on school buses operating along Warsak Road, Dalazak Road, and surrounding areas. So far, 40 buses have been checked only 5 met international emission standards, while the remaining bus owners have been instructed to secure fitness certificates immediately.
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Officials further informed that the campaign was launched following numerous public complaints regarding the harmful emissions from private school buses. In the first phase, inspections are being carried out in the Warsak and Dalazak Road areas, while in the next phase, buses of other private schools in Peshawar city will also be examined.
The Department of Transport has made it clear that strict action will be taken against schools that fail to cooperate with the ongoing campaign. The Department aims not only to control vehicular pollution but also to raise environmental awareness among drivers, school administrations, and the general public.
The Department of Transport, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, continues its dedicated efforts to control smog, mitigate climate change, and ensure a clean and healthy environment for the citizens.
