he Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) plans to remove two traffic signals on Shahra-e-Quaideen to improve traffic flow. The proposed changes include new U-turns to reduce interruptions for motorists.
KMC Director General of Engineering Tariq Mughal said planning for the project had reached its final stage. The initiative aims to make Shahra-e-Quaideen signal-free up to the Society Office.
The proposed changes are expected to facilitate vehicles travelling from Shahra-e-Faisal towards Mazar-e-Quaid. Removing the two signals could help traffic move more smoothly along this route.
KMC Plans Two New U-Turns
Under the proposed traffic management plan, authorities will introduce two U-turns at selected locations on Shahra-e-Quaideen.
The first U-turn will be constructed before Allah Wali Chowrangi. The second will be located between Allah Wali Chowrangi and Noorani Chowrangi.
These changes are intended to improve traffic movement by reducing delays caused by the existing signals. Motorists travelling along the affected stretch will be able to use the new U-turns according to their travel direction.
The project focuses on improving road movement along a key route in Karachi. Its main objective is to reduce interruptions and provide a smoother journey for commuters.
Traffic Flow Towards Mazar-e-Quaid
The proposed changes will particularly benefit traffic travelling from Shahra-e-Faisal towards Mazar-e-Quaid. Currently, two traffic signals interrupt movement along this stretch of Shahra-e-Quaideen.
Removing these signals is expected to reduce stops for vehicles travelling through the area. The new U-turns will also provide designated points for motorists who need to change direction.
However, the planned improvements will not make the entire road completely signal-free. The traffic signal near Khudadad Colony will remain operational under the current plan.
This means motorists will still need to stop at that signal when required. Traffic movement along the remaining stretch will therefore continue to depend partly on the existing signal system.
Project Planning Nears Completion
According to Tariq Mughal, planning for the project has reached its final stage. The proposed changes are intended to improve traffic management and reduce interruptions along Shahra-e-Quaideen.
The KMC initiative forms part of efforts to improve road movement in Karachi. Removing selected signals and introducing U-turns could help motorists navigate the route more efficiently.
However, the provided details do not specify the project’s construction schedule or completion date. Further information about implementation may clarify when commuters can expect the changes.
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For now, the plan focuses on removing two signals, adding two U-turns, and retaining the signal near Khudadad Colony. These measures aim to improve traffic flow between Shahra-e-Faisal and Mazar-e-Quaid without removing every signal along the route.
