Islamabad Police said that Margalla Road and the route via Islamabad Marriott Hotel will remain open for entry into the Red Zone.

In a post on X, police said that “all other entry routes leading to the Red Zone will remain closed apart from these routes,” urging citizens to plan their travel accordingly.

Providing alternative directions, the advisory said that citizens coming from Club Road should use Kashmir Chowk, Srinagar Highway, Seventh Avenue and Margalla Road. Meanwhile, those travelling from Bhara Kahu have been advised to use Srinagar Highway, Seventh Avenue and Margalla Road via Kashmir Chowk.

For further information and assistance, citizens have been advised to contact the police helpline on 15 or the Traffic Helpline on 1915. Commuters can also stay updated by tuning in to ITP FM 92.4 for live traffic updates.

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