RAWALPINDI: The Rawalpindi Traffic Police have announced a detailed traffic plan for the upcoming Pakistan–South Africa Test match series to ensure smooth traffic flow and public convenience.
The second Test between the two teams will be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from October 20 to 24.
City Traffic Officer (CTO) Farhan Aslam said that more than 367 traffic officers and wardens would be deployed around the stadium to manage traffic and maintain order during the matches.
He said a special traffic diversion plan has been prepared, and additional staff will be present at key points to guide motorists and help the public.
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During the movement of the cricket teams, traffic will be diverted for a short time to avoid jams. Traffic coming from Islamabad will be diverted from Faizabad to the Islamabad Expressway, while vehicles travelling from Rawalpindi to Islamabad will be redirected from the 6th Road towards Saidpur Road.
According to the plan, Stadium Road from 9th Avenue Chowk to Double Road will remain closed for all vehicles during the matches. Motorists from 9th Avenue, Islamabad, can reach Rawalpindi through the Faizabad Expressway and IJP Road, while those heading to Islamabad can use Faizabad as an alternative route.
To facilitate cricket fans, parking areas have been arranged at three locations — Civil Aviation Ground, Shahbaz Sharif Park, and Government Graduate College Satellite Town. A shuttle service will transport spectators from these parking sites to the stadium.
The CTO said that updates about traffic flow and road conditions would be shared through the Traffic Police’s official social media pages and local radio channels.
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He urged citizens to cooperate with the traffic wardens, adding that smooth traffic flow depends on public cooperation. “Rawalpindi Traffic Police are fully committed to ensuring a hassle-free traffic system during the matches,” he said.
Rawalpindi issues traffic plan for Pakistan–South Africa Test matchL
| Category | Key Points |
|---|---|
| Match Dates | Pakistan–South Africa second Test from Oct 20–24 at Rawalpindi Stadium. |
| Traffic Control | 367 officers deployed to manage traffic and ensure public convenience. |
| Road Closures | Stadium Road (9th Avenue Chowk to Double Road) to remain closed during matches. |
| Diversions | Traffic from Islamabad via Faizabad, and from Rawalpindi via 6th Road–Saidpur Road. |
| Parking & Shuttle | Parking at Civil Aviation Ground, Shahbaz Sharif Park, Govt College Satellite Town; shuttle service for fans. |
| Public Advisory | Updates via social media, radio; citizens urged to cooperate with traffic wardens. |
