The National Highways & Motorway Police (NHMP) Central Region has launched a special awareness campaign to discourage motorists from using high-beam headlights unnecessarily, particularly during night travel.
According to NHMP Central Region spokesperson Syed Imran Ahmad, motorists are being educated about the dangers of excessive high-beam use and the correct use of vehicle lights across several motorway zones.
The campaign is being carried out in MC-I, Central and MC-II Zones, covering major routes including the M-2, Lahore-Sialkot Motorway, M-2 South, M-3, M-4 and M-5.
High Beams Can Reduce Visibility
NHMP officials are also conducting awareness activities along the National Highway at Pattoki, Okara, Sahiwal, Khanewal, Bahawalpur and Rahim Yar Khan.
The motorway police warned that the glare produced by high-beam headlights can temporarily affect the vision of drivers approaching from the opposite direction.
Such glare can make it harder for motorists to identify road turns, vehicles, pedestrians or sudden obstacles, increasing the risk of crashes, particularly at night.
“Even a few seconds of unnecessary glare can affect a driver’s reaction time and create a serious safety risk,” Syed Imran Ahmad said.
Motorists Asked to Use High Beams Responsibly
NHMP has advised drivers to switch from high beam to low beam when approaching vehicles from the opposite direction.
Motorists have also been urged to use headlights according to road and traffic conditions and avoid creating unnecessary glare for other road users.
The campaign is aimed at improving nighttime road safety and encouraging drivers to adopt safer lighting practices on motorways and national highways.
Action Against High-Beam Violations
Alongside the awareness drive, the NHMP said appropriate action is also being taken against motorists who violate traffic rules.
The Central Region has appealed to drivers to remain responsible behind the wheel, particularly during nighttime journeys, and to consider the safety of other motorists when using vehicle lights.
The motorway police said responsible use of headlights can help improve visibility and reduce avoidable risks for drivers travelling on Pakistan’s major roads at night.
