Karachi Bans Heavy Trucks on Jinnah Avenue

Commissioner Karachi Syed Hassan Naqvi just slapped a full ban on heavy vehicles along Jinnah Avenue. The stretch runs from M-9 near Saima Pari Classic and Rufi Global City to Malir Halt and Shahrah-e-Faisal. Section 144 backs the order.

Why the Ban Happened

Karachi Traffic Police asked for it. Trucks clog the road daily. Crashes pile up near schools and markets. This rule clears the path for cars, bikes, and buses. It cuts wait times at signals, too.

Heavy vehicles now must take the Eastern Bypass. From there, go through Sassi Toll Plaza and join the National Highway (N-5). The detour adds 12 km but keeps the main roads smooth.

When It Starts and Ends

The ban kicks in right away. It lasts as long as the last traffic order from October 17, 2025. That one runs 90 days, so expect this until mid-January 2026 unless renewed.

Who Must Follow

• Trailers with 10+ wheels

• Dump trucks over 8 tons

• Container carriers

• Cement mixers

Small pickups under 3.5 tons can still use Jinnah Avenue. Buses and school vans are allowed.

Fines for Breaking the Rule

First catch: PKR 2,000 fine. Second time: PKR 5,000 plus vehicle impound for 24 hours. Police set up checks at Malir Halt and the Model Colony flyover.

Alternate Route Map

• Exit M-9 at Super Highway toll.

• Turn right onto Eastern Bypass.

• Pay at Sassi Toll Plaza (PKR 100 for trucks).

• Merge onto N-5 near Gulbai.

• Reach Shahrah-e-Faisal via Airport Road if needed.

Google Maps shows the loop in red. Truck GPS units will be updated by next week.

What Residents Say

Morning commuters near Rufi Global City cheer the move. “Trucks shake my windows at 3 AM,” says shop owner Imran. Parents at nearby schools feel safer dropping kids.

But drivers worry about extra fuel. One hauler estimates PKR 800 more per trip. Police promise a smooth flow on the bypass to offset that.

Past Problems Fixed

Last year, a cement truck flipped near Malir Halt. It blocked traffic for 6 hours. Another crash at the Jinnah Avenue lights hurt three bikers. Data from traffic police logs show 42 heavy-vehicle accidents on this road since January.

Enforcement Plan

• 20 police bikes patrol daily

• CCTV at 5 key points

• Tow trucks on standby at Malir 15

Officers start with warnings for the first three days. After that, full fines apply.

Need to Know for Truck Owners

Update your route cards today. Tell drivers about the bypass. Stock extra water—Sassi Toll can back up at noon. Keep toll receipts for company claims.

And if you haul inside Karachi, plan loads before 6 AM or after 10 PM when allowed on some inner roads.

This ban keeps Jinnah Avenue moving. Less noise, fewer jams, safer turns. But it pushes big rigs to the edges. Follow the signs or pay the price.

Check traffic updates on the Karachi Police app. The city just got a little easier to drive. For more updates, visit DrivePK.com