By As the festive season approaches, the Karachi Traffic Police has announced a special traffic plan for key shopping areas to manage congestion during Eid-ul-Fitr. The plan includes vehicle restrictions, diversions, and alternate routes to ensure a smooth traffic flow, especially in busy commercial zones.
Restricted Areas for Rickshaws, Taxis, and Ride-Hailing Services
To prevent bottlenecks and reduce overcrowding, rickshaws, taxis, and on-call ride-hailing services (such as Careem and Uber) will be banned from entering several high-traffic shopping zones, including:
- Three Talwar
- Tariq Road (from Allah Wali Chowk to Ittehad Signal)
- Saddar (from Fawara Chowk to GPO)
- Singer Chowk to Zeenat-ul-Nisa Street
This restriction aims to prevent unnecessary road blockages, allowing private vehicles and pedestrians better access to shopping districts.
Traffic Diversions and Alternate Routes
To further ease congestion, the Karachi Traffic Police has introduced specific diversions for vehicles approaching key commercial areas:
- Millennium Drive Road traffic will be rerouted via Millennium Bridge to NEPA.
- Traffic from North Karachi will be diverted through 5-Star Chowrangi to Ship Owner Chowrangi.
- Roads near Haidari Market and KDA Chowrangi will also have restricted access for smoother traffic movement.
Impact of the Eid Traffic Plan
With thousands of shoppers expected to flock to Karachi’s major commercial areas, this temporary traffic plan will help:
- Minimize gridlocks and traffic jams.
- Ensure a safer and more organized shopping experience.
- Improve pedestrian movement in crowded shopping districts.
- Provide clear alternate routes for commuters traveling across the city.
Final Thoughts
The Karachi Traffic Police has implemented these measures to ensure a hassle-free Eid shopping experience for residents. Commuters are advised to plan their routes accordingly, use alternate roads, and follow traffic advisories to avoid inconvenience.
For real-time updates, citizens can check the Karachi Traffic Police’s official social media pages or listen to local traffic bulletins.
