Pakistan, July 4 -- The Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) on Thursday strongly condemned the surge in traffic challans for not affixing the new Ajrak-themed vehicle number plates, calling it a fresh tactic to exploit citizens.
In a joint statement, MQM-P lawmakers in the Sindh Assembly rejected what they termed a "new method of public extortion," demanding that the issuance process for official number plates be made transparent and expedited. They also urged the government to provide a grace period to vehicle owners until the backlog is cleared.
The lawmakers accused the Sindh government of creating a financial burden on the public by imposing heavy fines through traffic and police officials.
They pointed out that applicants are ...