The Karachi Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Green Line service will be suspended in the port city on the 8th, 9th, and 10th of Muharram due to security concerns, a spokesperson confirmed on Friday.
According to the spokesperson, seven out of ten routes of the Peoples Bus Service will also remain inoperative on the 9th and 10th of Muharram. Additionally, five routes of the Peoples Bus Service will experience partial disruptions on the 8th of Muharram.
Meanwhile, the Karachi Traffic Police have released a comprehensive traffic diversion plan for these three days. As per the plan shared on social media, MA Jinnah Road will be closed from Guru Mandir to Tower due to security concerns.
Alternative routes have been suggested for commuters. Those traveling from Nazimabad are advised to use Lasbela Chowk via the Garden area to reach Nishtar Park. Commuters from Liaquatabad should turn right at Teen Hatti and proceed via Martin Road. Individuals traveling from Hassan Square to PP Chowrangi can take Kashmir Road under the Jail Flyover to reach Society Light Signal (Shahrah-e-Quaideen), or utilize the Jail Flyover to access Teen Hatti and Nishtar Road via Lasbela Chowk.
A day prior, the federal government declared July 5 and 6 (9th and 10th Muharram) as public holidays to observe Youm-e-Ashura, as per a notification issued by the Cabinet Division.
Muharram is one of the four sacred months in Islam. Its 10th day, known as Ashura, commemorates the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), along with his family members in the Battle of Karbala. Across the country, devotees hold processions and majalis during Muharram, where religious scholars deliver sermons to large gatherings, all conducted under stringent security measures.
