Peshawar roads blocked, BRT service suspended

Authorities have closed several roads in Peshawar by placing containers at key locations amid heightened security concerns. The closures have affected traffic movement in different parts of the city, including Bacha Khan Chowk, Khyber Road and Firdous Chowk.

The roadblocks come as political tensions continue in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), with the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) long march reaching Mardan. The security measures have also affected public transport services, causing inconvenience to commuters.

According to TransPeshawar, the operator of the city’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, the service has been temporarily suspended because of road closures and the prevailing security situation.

In a statement, the TransPeshawar spokesperson said staff members remained present at BRT stations despite the suspension. The authorities are monitoring the situation and will decide when to resume operations after reviewing security conditions.

The suspension may disrupt the daily travel plans of residents who rely on the BRT system to reach workplaces, educational institutions and other destinations across the city. Commuters have been advised to remain aware of the changing situation and make alternative travel arrangements where necessary.

Meanwhile, the PTI’s protest march has continued to draw political attention as it moves through KP. Chief Minister Sohail Afridi said the march had reached Mardan and alleged that the party’s opponents wanted to eliminate PTI from the political landscape.