The Punjab government is pushing forward with major road upgrades in Rawalpindi, building flyovers and underpasses at several crowded intersections to create a smoother, signal-free corridor through the city.
Under Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, these projects aim to cut down on daily traffic jams, shorten commute times, and make travel safer for thousands of vehicles. Work is moving quickly at key spots, with construction happening around the clock in multiple shifts.
The main focus includes:
- Jinnah Park (near Ammar Shaheed and Annexy Chowk): An underpass and flyover are taking shape here to handle heavy flow between Mushtaq Baig Shaheed Road and the old Airport Road. This spot sees about 142,000 vehicles each day.
- Kachehri Chowk: One of the busiest junctions is getting dual flyovers along with an underpass. Officials report strong progress, with completion targeted for late April 2026.
- Iftikhar Janjua Chowk on GT Road: A two-lane underpass is underway, measuring 18 feet high and over 26 feet wide. Guide beam work has wrapped up, and it will link traffic heading toward Kachehri Chowk, serving roughly 146,000 vehicles daily.
These efforts form part of a larger plan covering about 25 kilometers, with nine underpasses and three flyovers in total, costing around Rs30-33 billion overall. The full corridor, stretching from Kachehri Chowk toward Motorway Chowk, is expected to open by June 2026 in phases.
Officials from the Communication and Works Department say the upgrades will lower fuel use, reduce accidents, and ease pressure on commuters moving between Rawalpindi, Islamabad, and beyond. Recent updates show steady advancement, including pile foundations and structural work at multiple sites.
A post from the department shared progress visuals:
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The initiative fits into broader steps for better urban transport in Punjab, including recent completions like the Nawaz Sharif Flyover on Adiala Road.
Once finished, residents and daily travelers should see noticeably less gridlock at these long-troubled chowks.
