Punjab Plans Rs3B Underpass for Signal-Free Corridor in Rawalpindi

News Desk

RAWALPINDI: The Punjab Highway Department is set to construct a Rs3 billion underpass in front of the Armed Forces Institute of Cardiology (AFIC) on The Mall, as part of a broader initiative to create a signal-free corridor from Koral Chowk to Motorway Chowk.

The project is currently awaiting formal approval from the Punjab government.

A senior district administration official revealed that the government aims to facilitate quicker travel for commuters, reducing the journey from Islamabad Expressway to Motorway Chowk to just 20 minutes.

The necessary documentation for the project has been completed, indicating a significant step towards enhancing traffic flow in the region.

This initiative involves collaboration among three government departments.

The National Highway Authority is tasked with rehabilitating the road from Motorway Chowk to Chur Chowk, while the Punjab Highway Department is also constructing two additional underpasses at Charing Cross and Race Course Park.

Furthermore, the Rawalpindi Development Authority is preparing to rehabilitate the Old Airport Road from Koral Chowk to Ammar Chowk, which will further support the signal-free corridor.

As the project progresses, residents can expect improved traffic conditions and reduced congestion in the area.

The completion of the underpass and the signal-free corridor is anticipated to enhance connectivity and promote economic activity in Rawalpindi.

The Punjab government is expected to announce further developments and timelines for the project in the coming weeks.