Important update about GT Road and motorway after PTI U-turn

GT Road reopened for traffic

The GT Road at Khairabad in Islamabad has been reopened for traffic, according to the latest information. The development is expected to provide relief to people travelling between Islamabad, Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

The National Highways and Motorway Police is overseeing the restoration of important routes. Officials are reopening roads in phases as security arrangements are reviewed.

M-1 barriers being removed

The process of removing barriers from the M-1 motorway is also underway. Sandbags, iron sheets and containers placed at different points are being removed to restore normal traffic movement.

Sources said the M-1 will be fully reopened after all remaining barriers are cleared. Travellers have been advised to follow the latest instructions issued by the Motorway Police during their journey.

PTI protest date changed

The reopening process has started after Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) postponed its planned protest and long march towards Islamabad. The protest had been planned for September 27, while reports indicate that PTI has now set October 4 as the new date.

Several major roads had earlier been restricted because of security preparations for the expected march. These included parts of the M-1, M-14 and GT Road connecting Islamabad with Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

More routes expected to reopen

Authorities have now accelerated efforts to restore important travel routes after removing the security barriers. The move is expected to improve traffic flow and make journeys easier for residents and travellers.

Motorists are still advised to check the latest road updates before travelling. They should follow directions from the Motorway Police and use alternative routes if any restrictions remain in place.

The reopening of the GT Road and the removal of barriers from the M-1 are important developments for daily travellers. These routes are major links between Islamabad, Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

The restoration is being carried out in stages as security conditions change. Travellers should continue checking official traffic updates until all restrictions are fully removed.

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