Islamabad, Aug 13, 2025: The National Highways and Motorway Police have released a special traffic plan for Rawalpindi ahead of Independence Day and “Marka-e-Haq” events on August 14.
As part of the arrangements, the entry of heavy vehicles into the city will be banned from noon on August 13 until 3 am on August 14.
Officials said vehicles coming from GT Road Peshawar towards Rawalpindi will be stopped at Sangjani, while those from GT Road Lahore will be halted at T Chowk.
The same traffic control applies to motorway routes, with heavy vehicles from both Peshawar and Lahore barred from entering Islamabad through link roads during the restricted hours.
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Motorists have been advised to follow diversions, schedule trips in advance, and cooperate with traffic officers stationed along the main routes. Authorities say these steps are aimed at ensuring smooth movement during the celebrations and preventing traffic jams in busy areas.
