Ceasing both pedestrian and petroleum transportation until further notice due to rising security concerns associated with mounting regional tensions.

This is because earlier in the day there had been an evacuation of 450 Pakistani wayfarers, with more to come from Iran, as confirmed by the Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.

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As the state of Iran continues to worsen, these steps are being taken as a preventative measure to protect public safety as per the official updates from several deputy commissioners throughout the province that were released today.

"Following provincial directives, the Gabd-Kalato crossing has been sealed indefinitely. Citizens are urged to stay informed and contact local authorities for guidance," according to the statement from the office of the Gawadar deputy commissioner.

In a similar vein, the district administration of Panjgur said that all traffic on the Iranian border roads would be suspended, including the transportation of fuel.  The main reason for the action, according to officials, was the possibility of instability in Iran and the surrounding area.

Pangur DC said that "the decision aims to prevent any unforeseen incidents due to international tensions," stressing how important it is for the public to cooperate during this time and the statement also called on citizens to not travel for no reason and to be alert.

These limitations are imposed at a time when Balochistani citizens are already dealing with gasoline shortages and growing worries about regional security, particularly in light of recent Iranian geopolitical developments.

The government was taking all the required measures to make sure that Pakistani citizens  welfare and safety are intact, said the Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar in a post on X (formerly Twitter).