By The long-awaited Kutchery Chowk traffic infrastructure project in Rawalpindi has crossed a major milestone, with approximately 64 percent of construction work completed, according to officials from the Punjab Communication and Works Department. The update was reported by Dawn, citing senior engineering authorities involved in the project.
The ambitious, multi-billion-rupee initiative aims to convert one of Rawalpindi’s busiest intersections into a fully signal-free junction, significantly improving traffic flow and reducing travel delays for commuters.
Major Structural Work Nears Completion
Executive Engineer Qamar Ali Saqib of the Punjab Highway Department confirmed that structural construction on the two main flyovers and three underpasses has been completed. Current work focuses on finishing activities such as earth filling, road surfacing, and the installation of essential utility services.
Utility relocation is being coordinated with Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO), Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), and Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) to ensure uninterrupted public services during construction.
Peshawar Road Underpasses to Begin Next Month
With progress accelerating at Kutchery Chowk, authorities have announced that construction of three additional underpasses on Peshawar Road will commence next month. This extension is part of a broader plan to create an extended signal-free corridor, easing congestion along one of Rawalpindi’s most traffic-heavy arteries.
Officials estimate the Peshawar Road phase will cost around Rs 8 billion, with preparatory work already underway. IESCO has started relocating electricity pylons to clear the construction route and minimize delays.
Impact on Traffic and Urban Mobility
The Kutchery Chowk junction connects Old Airport Road, Saddar, Jhelum Road, and Peshawar Road, handling over 250,000 vehicles daily. Once completed, the upgraded infrastructure is expected to dramatically reduce congestion, improve average travel times, and enhance road safety.
Urban planners view the project as a key component of Rawalpindi’s broader push toward a signal-free corridor from Ammar Chowk to Motorway Chowk, aligning with long-term urban mobility and economic development goals.
Looking Ahead
Despite temporary inconvenience during construction, officials maintain that the project will deliver long-term benefits for commuters, businesses, and public transport. Upon completion, the Kutchery Chowk signal-free corridor is expected to become a model for future traffic infrastructure projects across Punjab.
