ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Traffic Police has announced a traffic plan for the Pakistan Day celebrations, which will take place on March 23, 2025. Due to the events, there will be some changes to the usual traffic routes.
From 12:00 PM on March 22 2025 until 3:00 PM on March 23 2025, no heavy vehicles will be allowed to enter Islamabad. Additionally, Srinagar Highway will be closed between 7th Avenue and Koral Chowk from 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM on March 23.
The Bahara Kahu travellers on March 23 may use the alternative transportation options that include Pak-China Road, Rawal Dam Chowk, Kashmir Chowk and Club Road. Heavy vehicles from Peshawar to Lahore should begin their journey from Taxila Motorway then connect to Tarnol Phatak before reaching Fateh Jang Motorway. Heavy traffic from Lahore which traverses GT Road can select to use Chakri Motorway as its alternative route.
The Islamabad Traffic Police is advising everyone to plan their routes on Pakistan day ahead of time to avoid traffic jams and delays.
Pakistan Day 2025 Parade
This year’s Pakistan Day Parade will be held on a smaller scale due to the holy month of Ramadan, but the celebrations will still be full of energy and national pride. The parade will take place at the Aiwan-e-Sadr (Presidential Palace), with contingents from all three branches of the armed forces participating.
The chief guest for the event will be President Asif Ali Zardari. The armed forces will honor him with a salute, and there will be a fly-past by Pakistan Air Force fighter jets. Additionally, the Pakistan Army’s famous Pipe and Percussion Band will perform for the guests.
Foreign diplomats and other distinguished guests have also been invited to the event, making it a memorable occasion. Despite the scale being limited, the spirit and enthusiasm of the day will shine through.
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