ISLAMABAD, JUL 11 /DNA/ – The National Highways & Motorway Police (NHMP) has unveiled its performance report for the first half of 2026, covering January 1 to June 30, showcasing a comprehensive effort to ensure safety, provide emergency assistance, and enforce the law across the nation’s motorways and national highways.
In a display of operational efficiency and public service, the NHMP provided timely emergency assistance to more than 876,625 road users during their travels. The force’s rapid response capability was highlighted by the handling of 26 emergency medical incidents, which helped save precious lives, and the successful extinguishing of 39 vehicle fires using fire extinguishers, preventing loss of life and minimizing property damage.
The NHMP’s dedicated 130 Toll-Free Helpline served as a critical link to the public, offering guidance to 179,408 citizens, extending various forms of assistance to 123,256 road users, delivering emergency support to 9,823 citizens, and resolving 42,111 public complaints in a timely manner.
During the reporting period, the NHMP also facilitated driver licensing and documentation, issuing 15,679 driving licences, 43 Category CE driving licences, and 528 International Driving Permits.
COMMITMENT TO ROAD SAFETY AND PUBLIC AWARENESS
To foster a culture of road safety nationwide, the NHMP organized 1,327 road safety awareness programmes. These initiatives reached an impressive 16.36 million (16,361,682) road users at toll plazas, while over 2.27 million (2,275,043) pamphlets and booklets were distributed across the country.
INTEGRITY, RECOVERY, AND REUNIFICATION
Upholding the highest standards of honesty and professionalism, NHMP officers recovered and returned lost valuables to their rightful owners. This included gold jewellery in two separate incidents, hundreds of mobile phones valued at over Rs. 13.617 million, 23 bags containing important documents, and 31 wallets.
The force also made significant recoveries of vehicles, including 25 stolen vehicles and 22 non-custom-paid vehicles, all of which were handed over to the relevant authorities and owners. In a heartwarming effort, 115 missing children were safely reunited with their parents. Furthermore, the NHMP arrested 54 dangerous criminals wanted in various criminal cases and handed them over to the respective district police.
ANTI-SMUGGLING AND ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS
In robust enforcement operations, the NHMP made substantial seizures, recovering:
- 4 illegal weapons, 35 rounds of ammunition, and 3 magazines
- 21.22 grams of hashish, 26 kilograms of opium, and 21 kilograms of cocaine
- 2,420 litres of liquor and 400 cans of alcoholic beverages
- Non-custom-paid cigarettes worth Rs. 60 million
- Skimmed milk powder worth Rs. 1.5 million and non-custom-paid cloth worth Rs. 12 million
All recovered items were handed over to relevant law enforcement agencies for further legal action.
As part of its anti-smuggling drive, the NHMP foiled attempts to smuggle 532 tonnes of wheat and flour, which were handed over to the Food Department. The force also recovered 2,173 kilograms of unhygienic meat, arrested the suspects, and handed them over to the Food Authorities. A total of 32 smuggling attempts were thwarted, with all accused individuals transferred to law enforcement.
In addition, the NHMP recovered over 16,586 metres of stolen roadside fencing and handed the suspects to the concerned district police. Under a special campaign against over-speeding, the force registered 817 FIRs against violators.
DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT AND PUBLIC OUTREACH
The NHMP’s Social Media Team and FM-95 Road Safety Radio continued to keep road users informed about traffic conditions, safety tips, and travel advisories. To further strengthen public engagement and ensure the prompt resolution of citizens’ concerns, the NHMP conducts a monthly Open Court (Khuli Katcheri) .
A MESSAGE FROM THE NHMP
The report concludes with a reaffirmation of the National Highways & Motorway Police’s unwavering commitment to impartial enforcement of the law while providing safe, dignified, and high-quality travel services to the public. The NHMP remains dedicated to serving the nation with professionalism, integrity, and excellence around the clock.
