Karachi Traffic Police Launches 24/7 Helpline Amid MWM Protests

In response to ongoing Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM) protests at 12 locations across Karachi, the city’s traffic police have launched a 24/7 helpline to assist residents. The demonstrations, now in their third day, have led to significant road closures, causing frustration among commuters. To mitigate the impact, the Karachi Traffic Police have established continuous operations at their 1915 helpline office, working in three shifts to provide real-time traffic updates.

Sub-Inspector Ilyas Siyal stated, “We are utilizing four telephones exclusively for the helpline and monitoring the situation through cameras. While the protests have disrupted traffic for three days, we are guiding citizens on which routes are blocked and suggesting alternative paths to their destinations.”

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The team is working tirelessly around the clock to ensure uninterrupted assistance. The protests have resulted in the closure of several major roads, including MA Jinnah Road,  Numaish Chowrangi, Abul Hasan Ispahani Road near Abbas Town and Five-Star Chowrangi. University Road is also closed from Metro Shopping Center to Nipa Chowrangi. Main Shahrah-e-Faisal is closed from Kala Pul to Malir Road and the National Highway is closed near Malir 15 Bridge.

To manage traffic flow, diversions have been implemented. Traffic from Malir, Korangi Industrial Area and Clifton Defence can use the route from Sanghar Chowrangi to Shah Faisal Colony, Rita Plot, Shama Shopping Center and Shah Faisal Colony Bridge to reach the airport. Traffic from Pehlwan Goth to the airport can use the route via Karsaz, Drig Road, Millennium and Johar Chowrangi. Additionally, traffic from Power House Chowrangi has been diverted to Service Road.

Citizens are advised to check for updates before traveling, as traffic diversions are subject to change. Many have urged authorities to resolve the situation through negotiations to bring the sit-ins to an end.