Pakistan, June 12 -- For the first time in Karachi's history, traffic police have started drug testing drivers of heavy vehicles. This move follows a recent rise in deadly road accidents involving trucks, tankers, and dumpers. The operation is taking place on Sher Shah Road, where a large number of police officers and medical staff are working together. They are stopping heavy vehicles and taking blood samples from drivers for drug testing. These samples are being sent to the laboratory for analysis.

According to traffic police, strict action will be taken if any driver tests positive for drugs. Along with drug tests, the police are also checking vehicle papers and driving licenses. If drivers are found without proper documents, they are...