Several major motorways and highways in and around Islamabad and northern Punjab are being closed from 11pm on Wednesday, according to an advisory issued by the Islamabad Traffic Police.
The closures affect important routes used for intercity travel, including the M-1 Peshawar Motorway, M-14 CPEC route, E-35 Hazara Motorway and sections of the N-5 GT Road.
The traffic restrictions are scheduled to begin at 11pm and will remain in place until further notice. Motorists planning to travel on these routes have been advised to take the latest traffic situation into account before starting their journeys.
Under the announced arrangements, the M-1 Peshawar Motorway will be closed from the Haroon Bridge. The route is one of the main road connections between Islamabad and Peshawar and is widely used by passenger and commercial traffic.
The M-14 CPEC route will also face restrictions. According to the traffic advisory, the closure will begin from Kani Bridge near Tarap Interchange, within the jurisdiction of Mianwali Police.
Another major route affected by the decision is the E-35 Hazara Motorway. Traffic will be stopped from the Hazara Interlink near Burhan Interchange.
The N-5, commonly known as the GT Road, will also be closed at Attock Khurd. The route is an important road corridor connecting several cities in Punjab and northern areas.
The closures could affect travel plans for commuters, long-distance passengers, transport operators and freight vehicles using these major corridors. Travelers may need to check for alternative routes and updated instructions before departure.
The Islamabad Traffic Police issued the advisory to inform road users about the restrictions and help them plan their journeys accordingly. Since the closures will continue until further notice, motorists should monitor official traffic updates for information about any changes.
Drivers approaching the affected areas are advised to follow instructions from traffic authorities and law enforcement personnel. Road conditions and access arrangements can change depending on developments at the affected locations.
The closure of multiple major routes at the same time could also have an impact on traffic flow on alternative roads. Motorists using diversion routes should allow additional travel time and remain alert for further traffic management measures.
Authorities have not specified a final reopening time in the advisory, meaning travelers should not assume that the affected roads will reopen according to a fixed schedule.
For people traveling from Islamabad toward Peshawar, Hazara, Mianwali, Attock and other connected areas, checking the latest traffic advisory before leaving can help avoid unexpected delays and route disruptions.
