Islamabad: Authorities issued a public advisory announcing multiple road closures in the Red Zone during the ongoing Tri-Cricket Series, urging commuters to plan ahead as traffic disruptions are expected across the capital.
Key Roads Closed in Islamabad
Officials confirmed that Serena Gate, NADRA Gate and the Express Entry Gate are closed due to team movements. The announcement meanwhile responded to frequent public queries about closed roads in Islamabad and closed roads today Islamabad, as residents sought clarity ahead of the matches.
Alternative Routes Recommended
Authorities advised motorists to use Margalla Road and Marriott Road as diversions. To reach Club Road, commuters should take Seventh Avenue or Embassy Road from Srinagar Highway. The update aligns with increasing searches for Islamabad roads update and which roads are closed today in Rawalpindi Islamabad, particularly from daily commuters travelling between the twin cities.
Metro Service Adjustment
Meanwhile, Rawalpindi–Islamabad Metro Bus services will be suspended for one hour during team convoys. Officials said exact timings will be issued later, noting the rise in public queries related to metro update today Islamabad, metro update today Islamabad timing and metro update today Rawalpindi timing tomorrow.
Traffic Police Deployment
Over 300 Islamabad Traffic Police officers will be deployed to manage traffic throughout the series. Officials warned that vehicle flow along Express Highway and Srinagar Highway may slow significantly during peak hours due to team movements. Officials therefore advise citizens to add 15 to 20 minutes of extra travel time.
Tri-Series Match Schedule
Remaining matches in the series include:
- Nov 18: Pakistan vs Zimbabwe
- Nov 20: Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe
- Nov 22: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka
- Nov 23: Pakistan vs Zimbabwe
- Nov 25: Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe
- Nov 27: Pakistan vs Sri Lanka
- Nov 29: Final Match
Authorities encouraged residents to monitor official channels for real-time traffic and transport updates throughout the tournament.
