Mansehra: Heavy Traffic Banned During School Hours Following Citizen’s Complaint at Online Open Court.

MANSEHRA: Immediate action has been taken following a complaint by a resident of Balakot regarding the movement of heavy vehicles during school hours. Authorities have decided to suspend heavy traffic at designated locations to improve road safety for schoolchildren and facilitate smoother traffic flow.
The complaint was raised during an online open court session chaired by Regional Police Officer Hazara Region Jahanzeb Nazir Khan and Hazara Division Commissioner Shah Rukh Ali. Taking prompt notice of the issue, DPO Mansehra Muhammad Waqas Khan directed the relevant officials to take practical measures to address the public concern.
In this regard, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of SP Balakot Circle Sabir Khan and SP Traffic Mansehra Jahanzeb Khan, attended by owners of crushing plants and heavy vehicles.
During the meeting, it was decided that the movement of heavy vehicles would be completely suspended during school hours at designated locations, including Link Road Garlat and other specified routes.
According to the decision, heavy traffic will remain suspended from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and from 12:00 PM to 2:30 PM. The restrictions are intended to improve the safety of children travelling to and from school and reduce traffic congestion during busy hours.
Traffic personnel and Balakot Police have been directed to ensure strict implementation of the decision. Owners of crushing plants and heavy vehicles have also been instructed to comply with the designated timings.
The action highlights the role of public complaints in identifying local traffic issues and prompting administrative measures. Effective enforcement and continued monitoring will be essential to ensure compliance and protect schoolchildren.