Islamabad Police has removed 12 checkposts from busy roads across the federal capital to improve traffic flow and make daily travel easier for residents.
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Captain (retired) Muhammad Sohail Chaudhry announced the move during a meeting with a delegation from the Islamabad High Court Journalists Association on October 20.
The decision reduces the number of checkposts from 24 to 12. Police will now rely more on mobile patrolling to maintain security and respond to criminal activity.
Checkposts Removed From Key Routes
Police have removed checkposts from E-7, F-7, Daman-i-Koh and Motorway Link Road.
Authorities are also streamlining the remaining checkpoints to reduce delays for commuters. The revised approach aims to maintain effective security without causing unnecessary traffic disruptions.
According to the IGP, mobile patrols will help officers respond more quickly to incidents while allowing vehicles to move more freely.
Police Plan to Remove Road Containers
Chaudhry also said he had directed officials to remove containers from roads once the situation in Islamabad returned to normal.
The barriers had disrupted routine movement and created difficulties for residents. Their removal, alongside fewer fixed checkpoints, aims to restore normal traffic conditions.
However, police will continue security operations and enforcement measures across the capital.
Action Against Traffic Violations Continues
The IGP also discussed changes to the registration of First Information Reports (FIRs) for speeding and minor traffic offences. Under the revised approach, authorities aim to avoid unnecessarily stigmatising people with clean records over minor violations.
However, police will impound vehicles driven by unlicensed drivers until they obtain valid driving licences.
Chaudhry also said authorities were conducting operations against sheesha centres in line with directions from the Islamabad High Court and Supreme Court.
Police Seek Better Coordination With Media
During the meeting, police officials and court reporters discussed ways to improve communication and professional cooperation. Both sides emphasised the importance of providing accurate, verified information to the public promptly.
The changes reflect Islamabad Police’s effort to balance public safety with smoother traffic movement. Residents can expect fewer fixed checkpoints on affected routes, although security patrols and enforcement will continue.
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