After four days of closure due to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) protest, motorways across the country have been reopened for traffic. The decision brings relief to commuters and restores normalcy on key routes.
Motorway authorities confirmed that the M-2 motorway, which links Islamabad and Lahore, is now open. The Lahore-Sialkot motorway has also been made accessible, along with the M-3, M-4, and M-5 motorways, ensuring smoother travel for the public.
In Islamabad, Deputy Commissioner Irfan Memon directed assistant commissioners to reopen all blocked roads immediately. He also instructed them to ensure the cleanliness of highways and restore order in the city.
The PTI officially announced the end of its protest in Islamabad, leading to the reopening of roads and the return of abandoned vehicles. The protest had caused significant disruptions, with demonstrators blocking major routes and leaving behind a trail of chaos. According to officials, several vehicles were abandoned on Jinnah Avenue and Seventh Avenue as protesters dispersed.
The situation escalated when law enforcement took action, resulting in the arrest of hundreds of protesters. A PTI spokesperson alleged that peaceful protesters were mistreated, claiming that details of eight workers who were martyred during the protest have emerged.
The reopening of motorways and roads marks the beginning of the city’s recovery from days of unrest, allowing citizens to resume their daily lives. Authorities are now focused on restoring order and addressing the aftermath of the protests.
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