Karachi, the largest city in Pakistan, experienced severe traffic congestion in various areas, including Korangi, Shahra-e-Faisal, and Four’s Chourangi Surjani. The worst traffic jam was reported in Shahra-e-Faisal and University Road, where the pressure on the road was extremely high, causing people to spend a considerable amount of time stuck in their vehicles.
According to the Traffic Police, the smooth flow of traffic in the city’s various areas was affected. The Abdullah Haroon, President, Chaudhry Khaliq Zaman Road, and MA Jinnah Road, Garden Area, Korangi Road, Gurumandar, Jhangir Road, Teen Hatti, Liaquatabad, and Pakistan Highway were among the areas where traffic flow was disrupted.
The Traffic Police further stated that the pressure on the road was high in areas such as Nazimabad to Lasbela, Nazimabad, and near the Board Office. The areas of Saharab Goth, Nagin Chourangi, UP, Power House, and Four’s Chourangi Surjani had traffic pressure on both sides.
The areas of Hino Chourangi, Singhra Chourangi, Shah Faisal, and Qayyumabad were also affected by traffic congestion. The Kazi Way Road, Expressway, Baloch Colony experienced a significant increase in traffic pressure. The roads leading to Qaidabad, Millar Hall, and Madarpur Road were also affected by traffic congestion.
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