Non-functional Traffic Signals Cause Disruption on Rawalpindi's Major Roads

RAWALPINDI – Traffic flow in Rawalpindi has been severely affected as approximately 16 traffic signals on major roads have remained non-functional for the past three months. The malfunctioning signals have led to increased traffic disruptions and heightened the risk of accidents in several busy areas of the city.

Reports indicate that the affected traffic signals are located at key intersections, including Committee Chowk Murree Road, Hameed Khan Chowk Rawal Road, FWO Chowk, Saddique Chowk Saidpur Road, College Chowk Saidpur Road, Haideri Chowk Saidpur Road, Asghar Mall Chowk Saidpur Road, Kali Tanki Chowk Saidpur Road, Shell Pump Chowk Commercial Market, Chandni Chowk Murree Road, Rawal Road turn Murree Road, 6th Road Chowk Murree Road, Punjab House, Rashid Minhas Road, and Marrir Chowk.

Sources familiar with the matter stated that the city traffic police have repeatedly requested the relevant authorities, including the commissioner, to address the issue. The first request was sent in September 2025, with the most recent communication dispatched about two weeks ago. Despite these appeals, officials have yet to take action to restore the signals.

"The situation has not improved as the concerned officials have not taken the matter seriously," a source said. As a result, none of the dysfunctional traffic signals have been repaired so far.

The ongoing malfunction of these signals continues to disrupt the smooth flow of vehicles, particularly during peak hours. Motorists and pedestrians navigating these intersections face increased difficulties and safety concerns due to the lack of operational traffic management systems.

Authorities have not issued any official statement regarding the delay in repairs. The city traffic police remain hopeful that urgent attention will be given to the matter to restore normalcy on Rawalpindi's roads.