{
  "id": 19625085,
  "title": "Punjab Plans Alternative Routes for Fog-Related Motorway Closures",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/punjab-plans-alternative-routes-for-fog-related-motorway-closures",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-12T08:28:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/11/12/punjab-plans-alternative-routes-for-fog-related-motorway-closures/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Punjab Highway Patrol (PHP) has instructed its officers to identify alternative routes and devise traffic diversion strategies in anticipation of possible motorway closures due to fog and reduced visibility. The directive mandates officers to submit a comprehensive report within two days, detailing link roads, diversion points, and other essential arrangements. Superintendent of Police Kamran Akhtar, through a letter on behalf of the Additional Inspector General of PHP, warned that the National Highways and Motorway Police may be compelled to close specific motorway segments during foggy conditions, thereby necessitating the diversion of traffic onto alternate routes. Since certain alternative routes fall under PHP's purview, officers have been tasked with making preliminary plans to facilitate smooth traffic movement and avoid inconveniences for drivers. All regional and district officers, along with pertinent PHP staff, have been tasked with pinpointing suitable link roads within their respective patrol regions that could be utilized to reroute motorway traffic. Moreover, they must determine entry points where traffic from these alternative routes will intersect with PHP's jurisdiction. The officers are further instructed to collaborate with district traffic police officers (DTOs) to formulate thorough diversion plans, complete with clear signage marking diversion points and the necessary arrangements to maintain traffic flow. PHP will partner with motorway police and DTOs to erect reflective signboards at critical diversion points, offering unambiguous guidance to motorists navigating through fog and low visibility. Regional officers and other PHP officials are mandated to conduct personal oversight of these preparations, ensuring that all arrangements are finalized in coordination with the relevant authorities. The submission of a detailed report encompassing the designated routes, diversion points, and traffic management measures is required at PHP Headquarters within the stipulated two-day timeframe.",
  "summary": "The Punjab Highway Patrol (PHP) has directed its officers across the province to identify alternative routes and prepare traffic diversion … Read More The post Punjab Plans Alternative Routes for Fog-Related Motorway Closures appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}