The ban on heavy traffic entering the city during daytime hours has been extended for another two months. Commissioner Karachi Hassan Naqvi has issued a notification under Section 144 regarding the extension. Under these regulations, the entry of heavy vehicles into the metropolis will remain prohibited from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. 

However, vehicles carrying water, oil, oxygen, medical supplies, and other essential commodities are exempted from this ban. Additionally, heavy traffic is completely prohibited on the route from the Super Highway to Mauripur via Jinnah Avenue. According to the notification, a relaxation has been granted in industrial areas for dumpers equipped with tracking systems. 

The police have been authorized to register cases against anyone found violating these orders. The extension is effective from today, Tuesday, and will remain in place until February 22. The ban has been imposed to prevent road accidents and to address severe traffic congestion within the city. Earlier, in November, plying dumpers and water tankers have been completely banned in Karachi, Traffic police chief said in a statement. 

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)