Web desk: As Karachi gears up to celebrate the New Year 2026, the city is set to light up with colourful fireworks, festive gatherings, and seaside celebrations.
Security measures have also been imposed in the city to ensure a smooth celebration.
New year fireworks in Karachi
Karachi is preparing to welcome the New Year 2026 with great zeal and fireworks across the city and along the coast.
These are some of the spots you can enjoy fireworks in Karachi.
- Koyla Chai in Clifton Block 2
- Chaupal Seaview on Seaview Road
- Tavazo Restaurant & Hotel on Stadium Road
- The Silo in E-Street, Block 4, Clifton
- Sajjad Restaurant in Do Darya / Beachfront
- Rosati Karsaz on Karsaz Road
- Destination Beach Resort on Beachfront
- Port Grand on Kemari Waterfront
Section 144 imposed in Karachi
The Karachi administration has imposed Section 144 for two days to maintain law and order during the New Year celebrations.
The Commissioner of Karachi has issued an official notification for today and tomorrow.
According to the order, aerial firing, display of weapons, use of fireworks, and double riding on motorcycles are banned across the city.
Fireworks will only be permitted at locations officially approved by the authorities.
The restriction on double riding will not apply to women, children, senior citizens, journalists, and government officials performing duty.
Authorities have also warned of possible traffic congestion on major roads, especially in areas where people may gather to celebrate.
The DIG South Zone had requested the imposition of Section 144 in view of public safety concerns, which has now been approved.
Anyone violating the order will face action under Section 188 of the Pakistan Penal Code.
In Karachi and other parts of Sindh, mobile and motorcycle squads have been deployed on major roads to make sure of public safety.
Sensitive areas will see increased snap checking, mobile patrolling, and motorcycle patrols.
A large number of Rangers personnel will remain on duty across Karachi and interior Sindh to maintain law and order.
Entry and exit points of the city, as well as inter-provincial check posts, are conducting biometric verification of suspicious individuals.
