Motorway Police have issued a travel advisory for citizens returning home after the Eid holidays, according to the reports on Sunday. The advisory has warned of heavy traffic on major highways and motorways across the country.
Motorway police travel advisory
According to the officials, traffic is expected to increase significantly as people travel back to their cities after the holiday break. The increased traffic may cause delays and congestion on several routes.
A spokesperson for the Motorway Police urged drivers to follow traffic rules and drive carefully to help prevent accidents. He stressed the importance of maintaining lane discipline to ensure smooth traffic flow.
Authorities have also advised motorists to stay focused while driving and avoid distractions. Seat belts should be worn by all passengers at all times.
Drivers have also been warned not to drive while tired or when they are sleepy. This is because fatigue can easily increase the risk of accidents, and this is especially true on long journeys.
Due to hot weather conditions, travellers have been advised to carry drinking water and other essential items during their trips.
Before starting their journey, citizens are encouraged to check traffic updates through the NHMP Helpline 130, FM Radio 95, and official communication channels.
Officials said these measures are aimed at improving road safety and reducing traffic congestion during the post eid travel rush.
Animal transport banned on motorways
Before this, The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) have banned vehicles carrying sacrificial animals from entering motorways ahead of Eid ul Azha to ensure public safety and smooth traffic flow.
In a statement, an NHMP spokesperson said overloaded, unfit, and poorly loaded vehicles often cause traffic accidents and congestion on motorways. Because of this, authorities will divert such vehicles to alternative routes.
The spokesperson said several serious accidents involving animal-loaded vehicles in previous years caused major loss of life and property. Keeping those incidents in mind, authorities have taken preventive measures this year.
