Protests by Majlis-e-Wahdatul-Muslimeen (MWM) have led to significant traffic disruptions in Karachi, with multiple major roads obstructed due to sit-ins, as reported by ARY News on Monday. The MWM held nationwide demonstrations to express solidarity with the citizens of Parachinar, who have been protesting for six days to demand justice and peace, according to Dawn.
The Karachi Traffic Police announced that the following roads are presently obstructed due to the protests: MA Jinnah Road, Numaish Chowrangi, and Kamran Chowrangi are completely blocked from every direction. Furthermore, both routes from Johar Mor to Johar Chowrangi are shut down. Professor Ghufran Ahmad Road, located between Block 19 and Block 20 in Gulistan-e-Johar, is also closed.
Protesters have erected tents along major routes, including the road adjacent to Noor-e-Elahi Hotel at Saffora Chowrangi and the street leading to Rim Jhim Tower. Abu Al-Hasan Isfahani Road, the Super Highway near Abbas Town, Five Star Chowrangi, University Road toward Samama Shopping Centre, and NIPA Road are additionally blocked. Traffic is also limited on Shams-ud-Din Azimi Road near DHA Flats, Surjani Road, and the Incholi Shahrah-e-Pakistan route towards Sohraab Goth. Nawab Sadiq Ali Khan Road, extending from Nazimabad No. 1 to Nazimabad No. 2, is likewise obstructed.
The MWM is maintaining its protests at 10 locations throughout Karachi, as confirmed by the traffic police. In light of the continuing disruptions, Karachi’s traffic police have established a 24/7 helpline for residents. The 1915 helpline operates in three shifts, offering real-time traffic information and advice on alternative routes.
Sub-Inspector Ilyas Siyal stated, “We are using four telephones solely for the helpline and observing the situation via cameras. Although the protests have hindered traffic for three days, we are advising residents on which routes are closed and proposing alternative paths to reach their destinations. “
