Key Takeaways
- The M-1 Motorway has been reopened for all kinds of traffic.
- Affected sections, including M-14 and E-35, have also been restored.
- Commuters can now travel between Islamabad and Peshawar.
The National Highway Motorway Police (NHMP) has announced the reopening of the M-1 Motorway for all traffic, effective immediately. This move comes after several key routes were previously closed due to law and order concerns.
According to a NHMP spokesperson, traffic has been restored on the M-14 Islamabad-Dera Ismail Khan Motorway and the E-35 Hazara Motorway, in addition to the M-1. Commuters can now travel between Islamabad and Peshawar without any hindrance.
On September 23, the Islamabad Traffic Police had announced the closure of several key routes, including the M-1, M-14, Hazara Motorway, and parts of the GT Road, from 11 pm until further notice. The closure was due to the prevailing law and order situation.
The NHMP had earlier stated that all currently closed motorways would reopen at 6 am on Saturday, September 27. The M-1, which connects Islamabad with Peshawar, and the M-14, which links Hakla with Dera Ismail Khan, are part of the reopened network.
The E-35, which provides access to Hazara and northern areas, has also been reopened, allowing for smoother travel in the region. Commuters are advised to follow traffic regulations and ensure safe travel.
The reopening of these motorways is expected to significantly improve transportation and logistics operations in the region, benefiting both local and long-distance travelers.
The NHMP's decision to reopen the motorways is seen as a positive step towards restoring normalcy and enhancing connectivity in the area.
