A record 34 percent increase has been witnessed in driving licences issuance in Punjab. According to a spokesperson, over 856,000 citizens in Punjab availed licensing services last month. More than 139,000 citizens in Lahore were issued driving licences. Over 441,000 citizens obtained learner's licences last month while over 200,000 citizens obtained regular driving licences.

Over 217,000 citizens renewed their learner's, regular, and international driving licenses and over 1,500 citizens recovered lost licenses. International driving permits issued to over 3,600 citizens and over 280,000 citizens availed online licensing services. Overall, 168 percent increase in the use of online licensing services was seen. Over 400,000 citizens downloaded e-driving licenses app.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)