ISLAMABAD, Dec 29: With only two days remaining before full enforcement, the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration is witnessing a significant rush for M-Tag installations as authorities prepare to bar vehicles without the electronic tags from entering the federal capital starting January 1, 2026.
The M-Tag, an RFID-based system linked to vehicle registration, aims to enhance security, streamline traffic monitoring, and reduce manual checks at entry points. Deputy Commissioner Islamabad Irfan Nawaz Memon has confirmed that M-Tag readers will be activated at all designated main entry points, with no extensions planned. Vehicles lacking the tag will face automatic restrictions, marking a major shift toward digital traffic management in the capital.
Record-Breaking Daily Registrations Signal Public Response In the last 24 hours, 1,379 vehicles were fitted with M-Tags, pushing the total number of registered vehicles beyond 98,000 since the campaign intensified in mid-November. The administration has deployed extra staff and counters at 16 registration centers across the city to manage the growing crowds and minimize waiting times.
Officials emphasized that the initiative will improve overall traffic flow, strengthen record-keeping, and support quicker emergency responses. Deputy Commissioner Memon urged residents not to delay, warning that last-minute rushes could lead to inconvenience once enforcement begins. Citizens are advised to visit only authorized centers and ensure accurate vehicle details during registration.
The ICT administration has appealed for public cooperation, highlighting that timely compliance will prevent congestion and delays at entry points. As the January 1 deadline looms, authorities expect further spikes in registrations, reinforcing the system’s role in modernizing Islamabad’s urban mobility and security framework.