A major Traffic Advisory Issued in Islamabad Ahead of Indonesian President’s Visit has been announced as Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrives in Pakistan today for a two-day official trip. The visit aims to boost Pakistan-Indonesia bilateral relations, but it will also lead to temporary road closures and traffic disruptions in the federal capital.
The Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) expects unusual traffic pressure during peak hours. Congestion is likely between 11 AM and 12 PM on December 8, and again from 9 PM to 10 PM on December 9. To ease movement, ITP has urged citizens to avoid unnecessary travel and plan their journeys in advance.
Major Roads to Experience Heavy Traffic
The following major arteries will be most affected:
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Faisal Avenue
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Islamabad Expressway
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Srinagar Highway
Roads Closed for Entry into Red Zone
Certain key points will remain closed during the president’s movement:
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Express Chowk
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Marriott Gate
Recommended Alternative Routes
To avoid delays, ITP encourages commuters to use these alternatives:
General Detours:
Serena Road, Nadra Road, and Margalla Road.
Rawalpindi to Islamabad:
Rawal Road, Ninth Avenue, Faqir Api Road, Srinagar Highway.
Islamabad to Rawalpindi:
Zero Point or Srinagar Highway to Ninth Avenue.
From Murree/Bhara Kahu:
Korang Road, Bani Gala Route, Park Road, or Lahtra Road.
Traffic Police Deployment for Assistance
Extra ITP personnel will be stationed at major intersections to guide motorists and provide support.
Stay Updated Through Official Channels
Citizens can monitor real-time traffic updates via ITP Radio 92.4 FM or the official social media pages of Islamabad Police.