A staggering 92 people have already lost their lives in road accidents across Karachi in 2025, according to rescue authorities. At least 312 people have so far been perished and 2931 injured during the 2025
The fatalities, recorded between January 1 and February 8,(39 days) include 11 women, 2 young girls, and 9 children. Additionally, over 900 individuals sustained injuries, with more than 100 women among them.
This concerning rise in traffic incidents follows a troubling pattern seen last year. In 2024, Karachi witnessed approximately 9,000 traffic accidents. These incidents claimed the lives of 771 people, while 8,174 others were injured.
Breaking down the monthly toll for 2024, rescue reports show January as the deadliest month with 94 fatalities and 734 injuries. February saw 57 deaths and 720 injuries, while March recorded 49 deaths and 521 injuries. In April, 64 citizens lost their lives, and 490 were injured.
The fatalities continued in May with 48 deaths and 464 injuries, followed by June’s grim tally of 73 deaths and 649 injuries. The trend persisted with 35 deaths in July and 627 injuries, while August and September saw 45 and 70 fatalities, respectively. October registered 66 deaths alongside 980 injuries.
In November, 90 citizens perished in road accidents, and 989 others were hurt. December marked 80 fatalities with injuries to 700 individuals, rounding out a tragic year for road safety in the port city.
Authorities have yet to announce new measures to address this public safety crisis, as concerned citizens call for improved road management and stricter enforcement of traffic laws to prevent further loss of life.
At least 310 people have died in Karachi over the past 132 days due to collisions involving heavy vehicles, with the latest incident occurring on the Northern Bypass. According to police, three people were killed when a speeding dumper rammed into the car they were on board near the bypass, media reported.
The deceased were identified as Sulaiman, his son Usama, and their cousin Faraz. The dumper driver fled from the spot after the accident, abandoning the vehicle. The family members of the victims told the media at Abbasi Shaheed Hospital that all three belonged to the same household. The three victims were heading to Gulshan-e-Maymar from the Northern Bypass when the accident took place. The family of the victims lives in the Band Murad Norani Hotel area of Manghopir.
The number of people who have lost their lives due to heavy vehicle collisions in Karachi is alarming: 42 deaths were caused by trailers, 26 by water tankers, 22 by dumpers, 30 by Mazdas, 100 by motorcycles and 40 by buses. These incidents showcase continued risk posed by heavy vehicles across the city, despite restrictions imposed by the government, media reported.
The rising number of accidents sparks serious questions regarding the effectiveness of traffic regulation in the metropolis. In response to the rising number of accidents, Commissioner Karachi Syed Hassan Naqvi recently instructed the placement of cameras and trackers on all heavy transport vehicles (HTVs), including dumpers, water tankers, and oil tankers.
The Commissioner's directive came after goods transporters called off a strike that had impacted port operations. According to the new measures, each heavy transport vehicle must have three cameras: on the front, rear, and inside the vehicle to monitor the behaviour of the driver.
Furthermore, the Sindh government has restricted heavy vehicle movement during daytime hours and implemented a 30 kilomter per hour speed limit within city limits. The authorities have banned dumpers from roads between 10 pm to 6 am, Geo News reported.
Heavy transport vehicles also need to have safety guardrails and trackers with data accessible at the DIG Traffic office. Transporters have agreed to ensure vehicle fitness within three to six months, and submit a progress report every 10 days.
The deceased were identified as Sulaiman, his son Usama, and their cousin Faraz. The dumper driver fled from the spot after the accident, abandoning the vehicle. The family members of the victims told the media at Abbasi Shaheed Hospital that all three belonged to the same household. The three victims were heading to Gulshan-e-Maymar from the Northern Bypass when the accident took place. The family of the victims lives in the Band Murad Norani Hotel area of Manghopir.
The number of people who have lost their lives due to heavy vehicle collisions in Karachi is alarming: 42 deaths were caused by trailers, 26 by water tankers, 22 by dumpers, 10 by Mazdas, and 10 by buses. These incidents showcase continued risk posed by heavy vehicles across the city, despite restrictions imposed by the government, Geo News reported.
The rising number of accidents sparks serious questions regarding the effectiveness of traffic regulation in the metropolis. In response to the rising number of accidents, Commissioner Karachi Syed Hassan Naqvi recently instructed the placement of cameras and trackers on all heavy transport vehicles (HTVs), including dumpers, water tankers, and oil tankers.
The Commissioner's directive came after goods transporters called off a strike that had impacted port operations. According to the new measures, each heavy transport vehicle must have three cameras: on the front, rear, and inside the vehicle to monitor the behaviour of the driver.
Furthermore, the Sindh government has restricted heavy vehicle movement during daytime hours and implemented a 30 kilomter per hour speed limit within city limits. The authorities have banned dumpers from roads between 10 pm to 6 am, Geo News reported.
Heavy transport vehicles also need to have safety guardrails and trackers with data accessible at the DIG Traffic office. Transporters have agreed to ensure vehicle fitness within three to six months, and submit a progress report every 10 days.