After Lahore, the capital Police have also issued Islamabad traffic update amid ongoing political protests after arrest of former prime minister Imran Khan. In its tweets, the police said: “Due to protest, congestion observed for traffic between Koral and Khanna Stops of Islamabad Expressway. Alternatively, Lehtrar Road and Peshawar Road can be used.
Latest Islamabad Traffic Update
Islamabad Police Traffic Alert !
Due to protest, congestion observed for traffic between Koral and Khanna Stops of Islamabad Expressway.
Alternatively, Lehtrar Road and Peshawar Road can be used.#ICTP #TrafficUpdate
— Islamabad Police (@ICT_Police) May 9, 2023
Sharing further updates, the capital police stated that due to protest, traffic is interrupted above the Faizabad bridge. Traffic from Faizabad towards Murree Road is diverted.
Islamabad Police Traffic Alert !
Due to protest, traffic is interrupted above the Faizabad bridge.
Traffic from Faizabad towards Murree Road is diverted.
Alternatively, Lehtrar Road and Peshawar Road can be used.#ICTP #TrafficUpdate
— Islamabad Police (@ICT_Police) May 9, 2023
In its third tweet, the police shared that there are traffic interruptions near Saien Mirchu Darbar stop of Srinagar Highway. Alternatively, use Peshawar Road.
Islamabad Police Traffic Alert !
Traffic interruptions near Saien Mirchu Darbar stop of Srinagar Highway.
Alternatively, use Peshawar Road.#ICTP #TrafficUpdate
— Islamabad Police (@ICT_Police) May 9, 2023
The protests in different cities of Pakistan started after Imran Khan was arrested from Islamabad High Court (IHC) today. The capital police have asked the citizens to remain cautious and avoid unnecessary travel. Along with that Lahore police also shared the traffic alert due to the protests in the city. Through its twitter handle the police shared the update about different roads in the metropole, asking the citizens to remain cautious while commuting.
If you are planning to travel inter or even intra-city, please check the condition of the blockade before leaving home. An unplanned travel plan can result in serious issues as you can remain stuck in traffic for hours. Furthermore, if you are planning to leave the office or your workplace, also keep an eye on the Twitter handles of traffic police of your city. You can also check the Rasta App for the latest updates, as it will help you in traveling safely.
The updates are shared by the police to benefit the citizens so that they remain safe from any hassle while the traffic blocks stay at a minimum.
Are you planning to travel amid these ongoing protests? Does it involve the affected roads? Please share with us in the comments section.
