Karachi Roads Traffic Update as JI Holds Protest Sit-Ins

Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) is staging protest sit-ins across Karachi today against rising traffic deaths, the e-challan system, and what the party calls the government’s indifferent attitude.

The sit-ins will begin at 5:00 pm at key locations across the city, causing major traffic disruptions.

Key Protest Locations

JI Karachi chief Munam Zafar Khan will address a sit-in at Noorani Kabab House Chowrangi on Shahrah-e-Quaidain. Other protest sites include:

• Star Gate on Shahrah-e-Faisal

• MA Jinnah Road

• University Road

• Dawood Chowrangi

• Korangi Crossing

• Tibet Centre

• Power House Chowrangi

• Hub River Road

• Paracha Chowk Sher Shah

• Haidari North Nazimabad

• Liaquatabad No. 10

• Sohrab Goth

• Orangi Town Sector Five

Authorities have warned motorists to expect heavy congestion on these routes during the protests.

Nationwide Protest Movement

A few days ago, JI Pakistan Ameer Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman announced a nationwide movement against what he called a “rotten system.” Speaking at a reception for party workers in Lahore, he said the movement aims to address dynastic politics, strengthen local government, and ensure that elected representatives truly serve the people.

Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman also highlighted concerns over youth migration due to unemployment, the weakening of courts after constitutional amendments, and excessive fines under the e-challan system. He said Jamaat-e-Islami intends to create jobs for youth, revive sports grounds, and fight oppression and injustice.

The protests in Karachi today are part of this broader campaign, signaling the party’s intent to challenge the current system and demand accountability from authorities.