Why Are Roads Blocked Today in Karachi? Traffic Updates and Alternative Routes

Karachi’s roads are blocked in multiple areas due to ongoing protests organized by Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen in response to the Parachinar incident. The city’s traffic police have issued advisories to keep citizens informed about the closures and alternative routes to ensure smoother commutes.

Here’s a detailed update on which roads are closed and the alternative routes you can take.

Roads Closed in Karachi Today

1. Main M.A. Jinnah Road (Near Numaish Chowrangi)
   • Status: Closed for traffic.
   • Alternate Routes:
     • From 45 Congress, vehicles are diverted to PP Chowrangi.
     • From Guru Mandir, traffic is redirected to Soldier Bazaar.
     • From Society Signal, traffic is being routed through Corridor 3, Britto Road, and Soldier Bazaar.
2. Abul Hasan Isphahani Road (Near Abbas Town)
   • Status: Closed in both directions towards Super Highway.
   • Alternate Routes:
     • From Paradise Bakery, vehicles are diverted to Faria Chowk and inner streets.
     • From Ranger Cut, traffic is directed towards Punjab Adda via the service road.
3. Five Star Chowrangi
   • Status: Completely closed.
   • Alternate Routes: Traffic is being managed through the service road.
4. University Road (Metro Shopping Center to NIPA)
   • Status: Closed on both sides.
   • Alternate Routes: Vehicles are diverted through inner areas.
5. Main Shahrah-e-Faisal (Near Kala Pul)
   • Status: Closed in both directions.
   • Alternate Routes:
     • From Madam Signal, traffic is diverted via Shah Faisal Colony Bridge.
     • From Drigh Road, vehicles are directed to Rashid Minhas Road.
     • Traffic from Millennium Mall is routed towards the city via Drigh Road.
6. Main National Highway (Near Malir 15 Bridge)
   • Status: Closed towards Quaidabad.
   • Alternate Routes:
     • Traffic is diverted from Malir Halt to Model Colony.
     • From Manzil Pump, vehicles are routed to Yunus Chowrangi.
     • From Dawood Chowrangi, traffic is redirected to the Industrial Area.

Karachi Road Closures and Alternative Routes

Road	Status	Alternate Routes
Main M.A. Jinnah Road	Closed near Numaish Chowrangi	45 Congress to PP Chowrangi; Guru Mandir to Soldier Bazaar; Society Signal to Corridor 3.
Abul Hasan Isphahani Road	Closed near Abbas Town	Paradise Bakery to Faria Chowk; Ranger Cut to Punjab Adda via service road.
Five Star Chowrangi	Completely closed	Managed through the service road.
University Road	Closed near Metro to NIPA	Diverted through inner areas.
Shahrah-e-Faisal	Closed near Kala Pul	Via Shah Faisal Colony Bridge, Rashid Minhas Road, and Drigh Road.
Main National Highway	Closed near Malir 15 Bridge	Malir Halt to Model Colony; Manzil Pump to Yunus Chowrangi; Dawood Chowrangi to Industrial Area.

Traffic Police Advisory

The Karachi traffic police have urged citizens to remain calm and avoid traveling to protest-affected areas unless absolutely necessary. If you must travel, make sure to follow the advised alternate routes to avoid inconvenience.

Stay updated for real-time changes in traffic conditions and drive cautiously.

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