Karachi traffic plan for New Year’s Eve has been revealed.
On Monday, the Karachi Traffic Police revealed their traffic plan for New Year’s Eve to ensure smooth traffic flow during the celebrations.
On Monday, the Karachi Traffic Police revealed their traffic plan for New Year’s Eve to ensure smooth traffic flow during the celebrations. The plan includes designated routes and special arrangements for the night.
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Celebrations and Safety Concerns
New Year’s Eve in Karachi is often filled with the sounds of fireworks and, unfortunately, aerial gunfire. While these celebrations bring excitement, they have also caused injuries in past years. Authorities are urging citizens to celebrate responsibly to avoid accidents.
To maintain safety, Section 144 will be enforced from December 31 to January 1. This law prohibits carrying or displaying weapons, aerial firing, and using firecrackers.
Traffic Plan Details
Drivers are advised to carry their original ID documents for verification at checkpoints. Here are the key routes and restrictions:
Recommended Routes
- For people from Korangi and the motorway: Use Korangi Road, Sunset Boulevard, Gizri Bridge, Saudi Signal, and McDonald’s Sea View Road to reach Khayaban-e-Shamshir.
- For those heading to Zam Zam Boulevard and McDonald’s Sea View Road: Use M.A. Jinnah Road, Garden Road, Zaibun Nisa Street, Awari Light Signal, Sindh Club Chowk, and Teen Talwar.
- For citizens from Gadap, Bin Qasim, Landhi, Korangi, Shah Faisal, Jamshed Road, and Saddar: Take Sharea Faisal, Sindh Club Chowk, Teen Talwar, Race Course Signal, Chaudhry Khaliquz Zaman Road, Gizri Bridge, Saudi Signal, and McDonald’s Sea View Road.
- For travellers from Mai Kolachi and Boat Basin: Use Jinnah Bridge, Bilawal House Chowrangi, and Marine Road (Hyperstar) to reach McDonald’s Sea View.
Closed Roads
The following roads will be closed to traffic:
- PIDC Chowk (Ziauddin Road) to Club Road
- Bilawal Chowrangi to Bahria Underpass
- Do Talwar to Abdullah Shah Ghazi Shrine
- Abdullah Shah Ghazi Shrine to 26th Street
Restrictions on Heavy Vehicles
Heavy vehicles like trucks and tankers will not be allowed on Maripur Road, Jinnah Bridge, or Mai Kolachi. These vehicles must use alternate routes like Hub River Road or Sharea Pakistan.
Parking and Traffic Rules
- Parking will not be allowed on Sharing Faisal Road, Abdullah Haroon Road, Dr. Ziauddin Ahmed Road, Mai Kolachi Road, Korangi Road, and MT Khan Road.
- Heavy traffic will be restricted from entering the city after 6 p.m. until normal traffic resumes.
- Reckless driving and vehicles without silencers will be penalised.
Strict Action Against Air Firing
Javed Alam Odho, Karachi’s additional inspector general of police, warned that strict action will be taken against those involved in aerial firing. Such actions will be treated as attempted murder to ensure public safety.
The police chief emphasised the importance of enjoying New Year’s Eve without causing harm or inconvenience to others. He reminded citizens of last year’s tragic incidents, where one person lost their life and many were injured due to aerial firing.
Stay Safe and Celebrate Responsibly
