Enlisted below are the prime functions of traffic Police Punjab:
- Prevent and reduce road accidents
- Effective enforcement of traffic regulations
- Inculcate a sense of discipline amongst road user and educate the public including school children and road safety
- Ensure smooth and secure traffic movement for special occasions and VIP
- Duties with minimum inconvenience to the public
- Develop a sense of responsiveness and sensitivity to the needs of the public
- Render assistance to public in various stressful conditions such as prompt first aid to accident victims
- Develop the human resources for traffic police
- Assist and advice various agencies in coordinated development of infrastructure for smooth and safe flow of traffic
- Ensure protection of the environment and take appropriate steps for prevention of noise and air pollution
- Encourage participation and involvement etc. of citizen and students in traffic management