Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has announced a major infrastructure project that will change daily travel between Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
The government will build a 25-kilometer signal-free corridor from Islamabad Expressway to Peshawar Road, a project estimated to cost around Rs30 billion. The announcement marks one of the most significant urban development steps for the twin cities in recent years.
The new corridor will include nine underpasses and three flyovers, designed to eliminate traffic signals and reduce congestion on key routes. This will allow smoother and faster travel for thousands of commuters who move between the two cities every day.
According to officials, construction work will begin immediately, and the project is expected to be completed by April next year, reflecting the government’s focus on fast-track development.
During the announcement, Maryam Nawaz highlighted that Rawalpindi is witnessing rapid growth under the PML-N government. She credited former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif for laying the foundation of progress in Pakistan and said the new corridor is part of a larger vision to modernize urban infrastructure.
The project is expected to improve connectivity between major residential and commercial areas in both cities, reduce fuel consumption caused by traffic jams, and support economic activity. It will also help manage the growing population and rising traffic pressure in the region.
This signal-free corridor is part of a broader development plan aimed at improving road networks, enhancing safety, and supporting long-term urban expansion. Once completed, it promises to deliver easier, faster, and more efficient travel for millions across the Islamabad–Rawalpindi metropolitan area.
