{
  "id": 15601472,
  "title": "Rawalpindi Ring Road Opening Date Confirmed",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/rawalpindi-ring-road-opening-date-confirmed",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-19T11:22:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/10/19/rawalpindi-ring-road-opening-date-confirmed-2/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Rawalpindi Ring Road, a crucial link connecting GT Road with the M-2 Motorway, is on track to open to traffic in the coming weeks, authorities have announced. Minister Suleman Ghani announced the project would commence public use soon, after officials were directed to finish construction by October 25.\n\nGujar Khan Assistant Commissioner Syeda Zeneb Hussain recently visited the Ring Road's initiation site at Banth Mor to evaluate remaining tasks. She directed authorities to ensure the project's readiness for inauguration on the specified deadline.\n\nFormer Rawalpindi district nazim Raja Jawaid Ikhlas, a PML-N MNA, revealed the Ring Road's original conception in 2015 during the PML-N administration. He praised the Punjab government and chief minister for funding and progress made. Ikhlas highlighted how the road would facilitate easier access to Islamabad International Airport for overseas Pakistanis living in the region.\n\nHe also stated the Ring Road would alleviate Rawalpindi's traffic congestion and enhance connectivity across the area. The 45-kilometer project spans Gujar Khan, Rawalpindi, and Taxila tehsils. Furthermore, officials expect the Ring Road to stimulate commerce, bolster the local economy, and elevate livelihoods in surrounding regions.",
  "summary": "The Rawalpindi Ring Road project, connecting GT Road with the M-2 Motorway, is expected to open to traffic in the … Read More The post Rawalpindi Ring Road Opening Date Confirmed appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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}