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A trending phenomenon is spreading across Pakistan as drivers seek innovative methods to avoid traffic penalties introduced by the new e-challan system. A T-shirt featuring a black seatbelt pattern has attracted significant online interest, creating the appearance that the person is securely fastened while driving.

After the recent introduction of automated e-challan enforcement in major cities such as Karachi, Lahore, and Faisalabad, the unique shirt has gained popularity on social media. Users on TikTok, Instagram, and X have posted videos showing off the ‘Seatbelt T-shirt,’ referring to it as a smart ‘local trick’ to bypass the system.

The digital ticket program, launched by traffic officials, employs monitoring cameras to identify infractions like not using seatbelts, running red lights, and texting while driving. Penalties are issued electronically and delivered straight to the vehicle owner’s registered address.

In Karachi, officials have already issued numerous e-challans, including to multiple government vehicles, for breaking seatbelt and other traffic regulations. The unexpected enforcement and significant fines have led many drivers to use humor—and in certain instances, workarounds—to escape penalties.

Nevertheless, authorities have warned that these tricks will not deceive monitoring systems for an extended period. Traffic officers have emphasized once again that only true adherence to safety rules—such as correctly wearing a seatbelt—can avoid penalties and promote safe driving.

The ‘Seatbelt T-shirt’ might have begun as a lighthearted idea, yet it has also initiated a broader discussion regarding road safety and accountability in the era of digital law enforcement.

Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (Syndigate.info).