Karachi Roads Remain Closed for Third Day Amid Security Alert
Karachi roads remain closed for third day as tight security, protests aftermath, and traffic diversions continue across key city areas.
Karachi – (Web Desk) – Karachi Several major roads in Karachi remained shut on Wednesday for the third straight day due to tight security measures. The restrictions were imposed after protests broke out last Sunday following the assassination of Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
During a demonstration outside the US Consulate in Karachi, at least eleven protesters were killed and several others were injured. The protest turned violent, prompting authorities to increase security across key areas of the city.
At Mai Kolachi Road, barriers have been set up near the railway crossing, and a large number of traffic police officers are on duty. Only residents and office workers traveling from Boat Basin toward Mai Kolachi are being allowed to pass after showing their national identity cards.
Shipping containers have also been placed on PIDC Bridge, blocking traffic heading toward Jinnah Bridge and Mai Kolachi. Similarly, the route from MT Khan Road to PIDC Road and Mai Kolachi has been completely sealed with barriers, with police and Rangers deployed to maintain order.
Similarly, citizens travelling from Jinnah Bridge towards Mai Kolachi or PIDC Road are facing closures, as these roads remain blocked for general traffic.
Residents who live near Bilawal House and Boat Basin have been advised to use alternative routes via Clifton Bridge and then proceed towards Metropole and II Chundrigar Road. Commuters may also travel through Saddar to reach their destinations.
Heavy congestion was reported on II Chundrigar Road on Tuesday due to the closures, with traffic pressure continuing there on Wednesday as diversions remain in place.
Those coming from Mauripur Road towards Boat Basin can take Jinnah Bridge to II Chundrigar Road before using alternate routes to access Clifton and Defence. Another option is to travel via Kutiyana Memorial Hospital towards II Chundrigar Road and adjoining streets.
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Traffic and local police officials are present at multiple locations, guiding commuters about diversions. Authorities said personnel have been deployed at various points across the city, and citizens can contact the traffic police helpline at 1915 to obtain updated information about road conditions.
The closures mark the third straight day of restrictions imposed due to the prevailing security situation in the city.
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