Karachi (HRNW) — The Sindh Safe Cities Authority has announced plans to install smart cameras at various no‑parking locations across Karachi. The cameras will automatically detect vehicles parked in no‑parking zones and feed the data directly to the traffic police’s TRACS system, enabling automatic, cashless e‑challans.
Director General Sindh Safe Cities Authority Sarfraz Nawaz said the initiative expands the citywide surveillance network established under the Karachi Safe City project. The network already includes more than 1,300 AI‑based cameras capable of automated identification of people, vehicles and other activities. These cameras have been integrated with the TRACS system to allow the traffic police to detect traffic violations and issue e‑challans without an officer being physically present.
Sarfraz Nawaz added that the new Smart No‑Parking Cameras will further strengthen the TRACS system’s real‑time enforcement capabilities. Vehicle owners found violating no‑parking rules will receive e‑challans through TRACS. He urged citizens to follow traffic rules and park only in designated areas to avoid fines and help make Karachi a smarter, more disciplined city.
The Sindh Safe Cities Authority says the move will assist traffic police in enforcing rules more effectively and transparently through modern technology.
Human rights angle
HRNW emphasizes that deploying advanced surveillance and automated monitoring requires safeguards for transparency, data protection and citizens’ privacy. Clear legal frameworks, strict rules for data use, and effective complaint‑redress mechanisms are essential to prevent potential misuse or negative impacts on civil liberties.
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This release is based on the official statement from the Sindh Safe Cities Authority and available information. Final technical, legal and privacy details about the program and its implementation will be provided in formal notifications by the relevant authorities. HRNW’s aim is to promote human rights, transparent accountability and responsible journalism.
