The Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) have announced temporary closures of key entry and exit routes to the Red Zone from November 3, 2026, until further notice.
The closures affect routes at Serena Hotel, NADRA Chowk, and Express Chowk.
Meanwhile, citizens can enter the Red Zone through Ayub Chowk, the Marriott Hotel route and Margalla Road.
Traffic police personnel are working to guide commuters. However, authorities have advised citizens to allow an extra 20 minutes for their journeys to avoid travel difficulties.
For further information, commuters can contact the traffic helpline on 1915.
Citizens can also follow Islamabad Traffic Police’s social media platforms or tune in to FM 92.4 for further updates.
### Commuter Guidance & Transit Overview Public transport passengers, motorists, and daily commuters are advised to verify operational timings and route adjustments prior to travel. Municipal transit authorities continue to evaluate passenger feedback to optimize urban mobility, reduce bottlenecks, and ensure smooth traffic flow across key transit corridors.