🚦 The Islamabad and Rawalpindi traffic police have issued a new traffic management and diversion plan for October 2025, following ongoing development works and upcoming political and public events in the twin cities.
Citizens are advised to plan their routes carefully and stay updated through official police social media channels to avoid long delays and congestion during peak hours.
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Current Road Closures and Diversions in Islamabad
According to the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police, several key roads remain temporarily closed or partially restricted due to maintenance work and security arrangements.
As of today:
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Murree Road (from Faizabad to Committee Chowk) – partially closed for road resurfacing.
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Kashmir Highway (towards G-9 flyover) – lane closure due to signal upgrading.
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Red Zone entry points – limited to authorized vehicles only amid VIP movement.
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Faisal Avenue underpass – alternate routes provided through Jinnah Avenue and F-8 sector roads.
Commuters heading to the Red Zone, Blue Area, or Faizabad are urged to use Margalla Road or IJP Road as alternate routes.
Traffic Situation in Rawalpindi – Key Updates
In Rawalpindi, the City Traffic Police (CTP) have reported congestion on several busy corridors due to construction work and rallies near Liaquat Bagh and Marrir Chowk.
Here’s the latest update:
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Murree Road (from Shamsabad to Saddar) – high congestion due to metro bus lane activity.
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6th Road and Satellite Town areas – minor diversions; traffic being redirected to Iqbal Road.
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Committee Chowk Underpass – temporary closure for maintenance; expected to reopen by next week.
Motorists are advised to avoid central Rawalpindi during office hours and use Airport Road, Adiala Road, and Peshawar Road as alternatives.
Police Advisory for Commuters
Both Islamabad and Rawalpindi traffic police have issued important guidelines to help commuters minimize inconvenience:
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Follow diversion signs and cones placed by on-ground officers.
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Use Ride Pakistan App or ICT Traffic Police helpline (1915) for live updates.
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Avoid unnecessary travel in Red Zone areas during VIP or diplomatic movement.
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Public transport users are encouraged to check metro timings to plan ahead.
Traffic officers have been deployed at more than 40 key intersections to manage the flow and assist the public.
Special Arrangements for School and Office Timings
Considering the morning rush, special squads have been assigned to educational zones like G-10, H-8, and Saddar, ensuring students reach safely and traffic remains smooth.
The Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) also requested parents to use designated school pickup zones and avoid double parking near main roads.
Expected Improvement Timeline
Officials confirmed that road maintenance on Murree Road and Committee Chowk will be completed by mid-October 2025, after which normal traffic flow is expected to resume.
Additional signals and smart traffic management systems are also being tested to reduce travel time between Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
Helplines and Live Traffic Monitoring
For instant updates and real-time routes, citizens can reach out to:
📞 Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP): 1915
📞 Rawalpindi City Traffic Police: 051-9272616
📱 ITP App / CTP Rawalpindi Facebook Page: Live traffic status and road closure alerts available 24/7.
Final Words
With ongoing development projects and VIP movements in the capital region, staying informed about road closures and diversions is crucial.
The Rawalpindi and Islamabad traffic departments are working round-the-clock to maintain smooth traffic flow, and commuters are advised to cooperate with police officials and plan routes ahead of time.