The city of Multan is gearing up for the opening ceremony of the eighth season of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), and the local authorities have announced a comprehensive traffic plan to ensure a smooth and hassle-free event. With thousands of fans expected to flock to the city for the highly anticipated ceremony, the traffic plan is designed to manage the increased volume of vehicles and ensure the safety of all participants and spectators.
Traffic plan for the opening ceremony of PSL 8 in Multan
As per the traffic plan revealed by City Traffic Police (CTP) Multan, certain roads leading to the ceremony venue will be closed with only authorized vehicles being allowed to enter. Traffic police will be deployed at key intersections to regulate the flow of traffic and ensure that all vehicles are properly directed to designated parking areas. The authorities have also arranged for additional public transportation options, including shuttle buses, to help alleviate traffic congestion and provide a convenient and affordable mode of transportation for fans.
Check out the official tweet of CTP Multan
عوامی سہولت کے پیش نظر اور ٹریفک کی مؤثر روانی کے لیے ٹریفک ایڈوائزری پلان pic.twitter.com/Vi5hCT1swA
— City Traffic Police Multan (@TrafficMultan) February 8, 2023
Following roads will be affected during the PSL 8 opening ceremony in Multan:
- Roads connecting SP Chowk to Kayanpur Chowk, Kayanpur Chowk to Bahawalpur Bypass, and Bahawalpur Bypass to Stadium Chowk will be temporarily closed.
- Roads from SP Chowk and Kayanpur Chowk to Sher Shah Interchange, as well as from Shah Rukn-e-Alam Interchange to Wehari Road, Babar Chowk to Stadium Chowk, will be closed.
- The route from Stadium Morr on Wehari Road to Stadium Morr on Badhla Road will be barricaded for security.
- Nawan Shehr Chowk is closed to traffic from all 4 sides since 9 February.
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Pedestrian-friendly measures have also been included in the traffic plan, with designated walkways and bridges being set up for those who prefer to walk to the ceremony venue. The authorities have also made arrangements for emergency services, including ambulances and fire trucks, to be stationed at key locations to ensure a quick response in case of any emergencies.
Making the event an enjoyable experience
The traffic plan has been developed in close collaboration with the local authorities, PSL organizers, and law enforcement agencies, and is aimed at ensuring that the opening ceremony is a seamless and enjoyable experience for all participants and spectators. The authorities are encouraging all attendees to follow the traffic plan and use public transportation whenever possible to help reduce traffic congestion and ensure the safety of all road users.
It must be noted that every citizen going for the opening ceremony should carry their original CNIC with them or else they won’t be allowed to enter. Conclusively, the traffic plan for the PSL season 8 opening ceremony in Multan is a comprehensive and well-thought-out initiative aiming to provide safe entertainment to cricket fans.
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