The National Highway Authority (NHA) has taken a significant step by making the use of M-Tags mandatory for all vehicles starting January 1, 2023.
This decision comes as part of the NHA's ongoing efforts to ensure the efficient operation of the country's motorway network.
The M-Tag, a digital toll collection system, will be a requirement for all vehicles wishing to access Pakistan's extensive motorway network, including prominent routes like the Peshawar-Islamabad-Lahore Motorway (M1), Pindi Bhattian-Multan Motorway (M4), Hakla-D.I. Khan Motorway (M14), Lahore-Abdul Hakeem Motorway (M3), Multan-Sukkur Motorway (M5), and Hassanabdal-Mansehra Expressway (E35).
From January 1 onwards, vehicles entering the motorways without a valid M-Tag will face fines, emphasizing the NHA's commitment to ensuring compliance with the new regulation.
To avoid any inconvenience, motorists are urged to complete their M-Tag registration before the deadline of December 31, 2022.
In light of the new regulation, the National Highway and Motorway Police (NHMP) and the NHA have issued several important advisories to motorists.
Firstly, drivers are encouraged to verify that their M-Tag registration process has been successfully completed to prevent any penalties.
Furthermore, as a measure to enhance safety during adverse weather conditions, motorists are strongly advised to use fog lights when traveling through dense fog. Additionally, individuals are urged to limit their travel on the motorways to only when it is absolutely necessary, especially during periods of reduced visibility due to fog.
