Karachi Imposes Heavy Traffic Ban to Prevent Road Accidents–Commissioner’s Notification Issued

Karachi Bans Heavy Traffic in City Areas–New Regulations Announced:

In a significant move to reduce road traffic accidents (RTAs) and ensure smoother traffic flow, the Commissioner of Karachi Division has imposed a temporary ban on heavy vehicle movement within city limits. This restriction, effective from February 14, 2025, to April 13, 2025, aims to enhance road safety and protect human lives.

As per the notification, heavy vehicles, including dumpers carrying construction materials and mixture machines, are completely banned from city areas during peak hours (6:00 AM to 10:00 PM). However, essential commodities such as water, edible oil, medical gases, and perishable goods are exempted from the restriction.

Additionally, three specific routes have been designated for heavy vehicle movement to minimize congestion and ensure smooth transportation without disrupting daily traffic. Violators of this restriction will face legal action under Section 188 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC).

These measures are expected to significantly reduce traffic congestion and road mishaps, making Karachi’s roads safer for daily commuters. Please find the official notification below:

OFFICE OF THE
COMMISSIONER KARACHI DIVISION
4^th Club Road, Opp. Karachi Gymkhana, Karachi
Karachi, dated the 14^th February, 2035

NOTIFICATION

No. CK/Home Br./(Heavy Traffic)/2025-07: WHEREAS, the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Traffic,

Karachi, vide letter No, DIGP/Traffic/RDR/(562)779-94/KARACHI, dated 10.02.2025, has requested to impose ban to regulate the movement of heavy vehicles u/s 144 CrPC in city areas during day hours i.e. 0600 – 2200 hours for a period of sixty days, to prevent road traffic accidents (RTAs).

AND WHEREAS, in the interest of protecting human lives and ensuring the smooth flow of traffic, there is sufficient grounds to proceed under section 144 Cr.PC. to regulate the movement of heavy traffic within the city limits,

NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 144(6) Cr.P.C., as delegated by the

Home Department, Government of Sindh, vide Notification No. SOJI/8-01(03)2016, dated 21.05.2020, 1, Syed Hassan Naqvi, Commissioner Karachi Division, do hereby impose the following restrictions:

1. A complete ban on the movement of dumpers carrying construction materials and mixture machines in all parts of the city, except during 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
2. A complete ban on the movement of heavy traffic inside the city limits, excluding vehicles carrying essential commodities (water, edible oil, liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, medical gases categorized as life-saving drugs, meat, skin, and ether related items), except during 10:00 PM to 06:00 AM.
3. Following three routes will be available for the movement of heavy traffic excluding dumpers carrying construction material:

SPECIFIED ROUTES FOR HEAVY TRAFTIC
ROUTE-I	ROUTE-II	ROUTE-III
SUTER HIGHWAY	NATIONAL HIGHWAY	NORTHERN BYPASS/RCD HIGHWAY
Super Highway to New Karachi Industrial area via Slip Road.	National Highway to Godown Chowrangi via Manzar Petrol Pump, Younus Chowrangl, Dawood Chowrangi to Road 8000 near Jam Sadiq Bridge.	Northern Bypass, Parache Chowk, Estate Avenue, Siemens Chowrangi and back to Gulbai Mauripur Road, Jinnah Bridge, Karachi Port (East & West Wharf, Mal Kolachi Road upto NLC intersection and vice verse)

                              These restrictions shall remain in effect for a period of two months, from 14.02.2025 to 13.04.2025, within the local limits of Karachi Division.

                              In pursuance of Section 195 (i) (a) Cr.PC, the concerned Station House Officers (SHOs) on their own and on the complaints of Section Officers (SOs) Traffic are hereby authorized to register the complaints under Section 188 PPC in writing for the violation of Section 144 Cr.PC against the violators of this Notification.

This Notification supersedes this office’s earlier Notification No. CK/Home Br./(Heavy Traffic)/2025-001,dated 13.01.2025, which now stands withdrawn.

Commissioner Karachi Division

Impact of Heavy Traffic Restrictions in Karachi – What You Need to Know:

The newly implemented heavy traffic restrictions in Karachi are a crucial step toward improving urban traffic management. By limiting heavy vehicle movement during peak hours, authorities aim to reduce congestion, prevent accidents, and ensure better road discipline.

The ban on dumpers and construction material carriers will particularly benefit commuters, school children, and emergency responders, who often face delays due to blocked roads. Meanwhile, the allocation of three specified routes for heavy vehicles ensures that industrial and commercial transport can continue operating efficiently without disrupting city traffic.

With a strict penalty for violators, this regulation emphasizes the government’s commitment to maintaining public safety and enforcing traffic discipline. Commuters and businesses are advised to plan their transportation schedules accordingly and use the designated routes during permitted hours.

For more information, clarification or any other question feel free to join our WhatsApp Group. We are a supportive community where members are committed to assisting one another.