Rehan Shahid 
Nov 09, 2025
Karachi Commissioner Syed Hassan Naqvi on Saturday imposed a ban on the movement of heavy vehicles on different routes of the metropolitan city.
According to the notification, heavy vehicles will not be allowed on Jinnah Avenue, from Super Highway (M-9 Karachi-Hyderabad Motorway) near Saima Pari Classic and Rufi Global City up to Malir Halt and Shahrah-e-Faisal.
The decision — issued under Section 144 of the CrPC — aims to ensure smooth traffic flow and improve road safety for Karachiites across the city.
Alternative routes for heavy vehicles in Karachi
The notification noted that heavy vehicles are now required to use alternative routes — Link Road (Eastern Bypass) from Kathore, Super Highway (M-9) up to Sassi Toll Plaza, National Highway (N-5) — which will remain open during permitted hours to prevent congestion on major Karachi roads.
It should be noted that the new amendments will remain in effect for the same duration as the previous order, dated October 17, 2025. It covers all local limits within the metropolitan city, aiming to ensure safer and more peaceful traffic management.
