Kashmir Chowk underpass in Islamabad to open to traffic on Thursday
The Kashmir Chowk underpass in Islamabad, built in a reported 27 days, will open to traffic on Thursday, November 5. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the site at night to review the finishing work.
- The underpass was completed in a record 27 days, according to the reports.
- It opens to traffic on Thursday, November 5.
- Traffic from Faizabad and motorists from Serena heading to Faizabad will use it.
- CDA officials said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is likely to inaugurate it.
The Kashmir Chowk underpass in Islamabad will be opened to traffic on Thursday, November 5. Express News, 24 News and ProPakistani all reported that the project was completed in a record 27 days.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the site late at night to inspect the finishing work still under way. 24 News reported that the visit took place late on Tuesday night, while ProPakistani said it was late on Wednesday night. The reports agree that the visit came shortly before the opening.
During the visit, Naqvi reviewed the remaining work and praised the pace and quality of construction. He also met the construction workers and applauded their effort. Express News reported that he praised the labour they put in by day and by night.
According to Express News, Naqvi told the workers they were the real heroes, who had finished the project ahead of the set time through tireless work. 24 News and ProPakistani likewise reported that he lauded the workers for completing the project in record time.
The reports also describe how traffic will move once the underpass opens. Traffic coming from Faizabad will pass through the underpass. Motorists coming from Serena will use it to travel towards Faizabad.
The project also includes landscaping. Express News and ProPakistani reported that 6,000 new trees and plants were planted around the site to green the surrounding area.
24 News reported that officials of the Capital Development Authority said the underpass is likely to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. ProPakistani reported that the opening is expected to improve the movement of traffic at Kashmir Chowk.
Why it matters
The underpass changes the daily commuting routes for Islamabad residents who pass through Kashmir Chowk, including those travelling between Faizabad and Serena.
