Karachi Chehlum Procession 2026: Major Roads to Remain Sealed on August 4, Alternative Routes Announced

The Karachi Traffic Police will implement a comprehensive traffic management plan for the main Chehlum Imam Hussain (A.S.) procession on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, with several key roads in the Saddar area remaining closed to ensure the security of mourners.

According to the announced traffic advisory, procession routes will be sealed from approximately 5:00 AM until 11:00 PM. Motorists are advised to avoid the affected areas and use designated alternative routes to minimize travel disruptions.

Karachi Chehlum Procession Route on August 4

The main Chehlum procession will pass through the following roads:

• Numaish Chowrangi
• Saddar Empress Market
• Regal Chowk
• MA Jinnah Road
• Kharadar Imam Bargah Road

These routes will remain closed to regular traffic throughout the procession as part of the city’s security arrangements.

Alternative Routes for Commuters

To facilitate traffic flow, authorities have advised commuters to use the following roads, which will remain open:

• Lyari Expressway
• Shahrah-e-Faisal
• Shahrah-e-Quaideen
• Shaheed-e-Millat Road
• Nishtar Road
• Maripur Road
• Gurumandir
• Shahrah-e-Liaquat II
• Chundrigar Road
• Kashmir Road

Traffic Advisory for Karachi Residents

Residents and commuters are encouraged to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra travel time, and follow traffic police instructions to avoid delays during the Chehlum procession.

The traffic restrictions are part of heightened security measures for one of the city’s major religious events, ensuring the safe movement of participants and maintaining public order.