Islamabad authorities have launched a crackdown on unregistered online taxi and motorcycle ride-hailing services in the capital. The move requires all such companies and drivers to complete formal registration starting tomorrow, with strict rules to boost passenger safety.
Islamabad – The district administration in the federal capital is set to enforce tough measures against online taxi and bike services that lack proper registration. Officials announced the action to bring the growing ride-hailing sector under control and address safety concerns for riders.
Under the new requirements, ride-hailing companies must register formally with the relevant transport authority. This includes submitting full details of their drivers and vehicles through a digital system designed for better tracking and transparency.
Once registered, drivers will have to upload the passenger’s CNIC (National Identity Card) number for every trip. Carrying passengers without recording this information will not be allowed. The data will be shared with Islamabad Police to help with quicker response in case of any issues.
The registration process is scheduled to begin tomorrow, February 10, 2026. Authorities described it as a key step to improve accountability in the sector, where complaints about safety and harassment have surfaced in the past.
The push comes after the Senate passed legislation earlier this year to regulate ride-hailing in Islamabad. That law set the foundation for mandatory registration, vehicle fitness checks, and driver qualifications.
Officials stressed that the digital automation will make the process smoother and reduce chances of fake or incomplete records. Enforcement teams are expected to start checks soon, with penalties likely for those who continue operating without approval.
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This follows broader efforts in Islamabad to tighten vehicle monitoring, including the recent mandatory M-Tag system for cars and plans for similar tracking on motorcycles.
The administration urged ride-hailing users to choose registered services and report any problems. No immediate comment came from major platforms like Careem, InDrive, or others operating in the city.
