Ahead of possible second round of US-Iran talks the authorities have increased security and finalised arrangements.
For public transport several motorways linking Lahore, Peshawar and Faisalabad to the capital have been temporarily closed, as per of the measures. According to the officials between Islamabad and Lahore M2 motorway is restricted to private vehicles only, with similar rules on the M1 and M3 routs.
The restrictions, imposed under federal directives and supported by transport authorities, have effectively turned Islamabad into a high-security zone. Key routes, including the Expressway from Koral to Zero Point, have been completely sealed, while Srinagar Highway is facing intermittent closures based on security needs. Sensitive areas such as the Red Zone have also been fully cordoned off, leading to major disruptions across the city.
Traffic diversions are in place in multiple sectors, including G-5, G-6, G-7, F-6, and F-7 towards Rawalpindi. Vehicles traveling between Faisal Avenue and Zero Point are being redirected to 9th Avenue, while traffic from Koral Chowk, Club Road, and Bhara Kahu is being diverted through alternate routes such as Taramri Chowk, Korang Road, Bani Gala, and Lehtrar Road.
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Meanwhile, heavy intercity traffic between Lahore and Peshawar via GT Road has also been rerouted to alternative motorway-linked routes, including Chakri Interchange, Chak Beli Road, and Rawat, significantly affecting travel patterns across Punjab and northern regions.
Also, the metro bus service operating between Rawalpindi and Islamabad has been completely suspended following directives from the district administration.
According to metro bus authorities, the service from Saddar Station to Pak Secretariat has been shut down, and operations will remain suspended until further notice.
The decision comes in the backdrop of a possible second round of talks between Iran and the United States, prompting heightened security measures in the twin cities.
Officials confirmed that the suspension was implemented on the instructions of the district administration, leaving commuters facing significant inconvenience.
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