The matches for PSL 2021 are beginning from the 20th of February in Pakistan’s biggest and busiest metropolis. Karachiites are all set to welcome the teams with cheers and smiles. Unfortunately, that’s not all it takes to bring several internationally big names to play cricket in a country that has just seen a revival of the sport in recent years. As such, a separate traffic plan for PSL is required, with extra security protocols in place. Several routes also need to be diverted in order to ensure safety and security not just for our international and national stars, but also for all the fans who will be flocking to the National Stadium to watch their favourite teams battling it out on the pitch during PSL 6 in Karachi.
As a resident of Karachi, whether you’re going about your daily business or whether you’re heading towards the stadium, you need to know exactly which route to take to avoid massive traffic jams and delays. Below, we’ll discuss all the route changes and security measures that are in place for the PSL 6 matches in Karachi.
Traffic Plan for PSL 6 in Karachi
To ensure that the security measures are foolproof and that the route changes are followed as smoothly as possible, Karachi Traffic Police has issued a traffic plan well in advance so that Karachites will know just where to turn in order to head home on time to watch the match.
PSL 6 and Covid-19 Pandemic
Owing to the coronavirus precautions, the matches will take place in only two cities: Karachi and Lahore. As per the latest updates on PSL 6, only 30% of spectators will be allowed to witness live cricket in the stadiums. These figures are tentative as the final decision is yet to be made.
Route Changes during PSL 6
As per the traffic plan issued by Karachi Traffic Police, the following route changes for PSL 6 have been made:
- The road linking Liaquatabad to Hassan Square flyover as well as the stretch of Sir Shah Muhammad Sulaiman Road between the turning near Expo Centre and the National Stadium will be closed and citizens will have to take a detour to University Road to reach their destinations.
- Similarly, National Stadium Flyover will be closed for all traffic during the matches.
- As for the point at Karsaz near Shara-e-Faisal, all kinds of small vehicles will be allowed to proceed on Habib Ibrahim Rehmat Ullah Road towards Stadium Signal. Heavy vehicles and public transport will not be allowed.
- Those seeking to go towards Millennium (Rashid Minhas Road) can take Dalmia Road as it will remain open for small vehicles from Millennium to Stadium Signal. Again, heavy vehicles and public transport will not be allowed.
- New Town Chowrangi (University Road): University Road / New Town turning will remain open for small vehicles towards Stadium Signal.
Security Measures for PSL 6
Some of the security measures taken for PSL 6 in Karachi are:
- Traffic police have notified that heavy vehicles shall not be permitted to proceed from Sohrab Goth to NIPA, Liaquatabad No 10 to Hassan Square, PP Chowrangi towards University Road, Karsaz to Stadium and Millennium to New Town during the match.
- There will also be security checkpoints at various places with CCTV cameras operational.
- Security camera control rooms will also be functional during the games.
With all these security measures in place, it is to be expected that the stands will be full as people come to the stadium to support their teams. Wear your team jerseys and paint your faces as PSL 6 matches in Karachi are starting today! The matches will continue till March 7.
Use this traffic plan for PSL to reach the stadium on time for the match. Stay tuned to Zameen Blog for more PSL-related updates.
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