Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) has launched a package of public-focused initiatives for women and students, including women-only Pink Counters, same-day motorcycle licences for students, free scooty training for women, and doorstep delivery of driving licences.

The measures, announced under Chief Traffic Officer Kainat Azhar Khan, are aimed at making traffic services more accessible, convenient and inclusive for residents of the federal capital, with a particular emphasis on women and young riders.

Pink Counters for women

Dedicated Pink Counters have been established at all Police Khidmat Markaz locations and at Traffic Headquarters. The counters are staffed entirely by female officers and handle driving licence and character certificate services.

Women applicants are dealt with on a priority basis, with particular attention to their privacy, dignity and convenience. The aim, according to the department, is to give women a safe and comfortable environment when they need official documents, rather than leaving them to queue in general counters.

Same-day licences for students

In a separate relief for students, ITP has waived the mandatory 42-day learner's permit waiting period for eligible college and university students seeking motorcycle driving licences.

From 1 to 30 November 2026, students applying at Traffic Headquarters can obtain their motorcycle licence on the same day, provided they complete all the required formalities. The initiative is intended to encourage young riders to obtain valid licences and to promote responsible riding among them.

Free scooty training extended

The department has also extended its free scooty training programme for women at the Uraan Driving School, after strong demand from participants. The programme was initially scheduled to run from 1 to 15 November.

Following the response, a second phase will now run from 16 to 30 November, opening more places for women who want practical riding lessons. The training is designed to help women build riding skills and confidence so they can travel independently and safely.

Licences delivered to your door

Rounding out the package, ITP has introduced doorstep delivery of driving licences through TCS. Once applicants have completed the required tests and paperwork, their physical licence is delivered to their home.

Residents of Islamabad receive their licence within one day, while applicants from other cities receive theirs within two working days. The change removes the need for a return visit to a traffic office simply to collect a card.

Chief Traffic Officer Kainat Azhar Khan said the measures reflected a broader shift towards transparent, inclusive and modern policing, and that the department would continue introducing practical steps to promote women's independence, responsible road behaviour and better traffic services.