Over 3,000 traffic officials to perform duties during Eid holidays

LAHORE, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 26th May, 2026) Over 3,000 traffic officials would be deployed across Lahore during the three days of Eid-ul-Azha to ensure smooth traffic flow and facilitate citizens during the holidays.

According to spokesperson, 13 Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSPs) would perform duties under the supervision of divisional officers.

The spokesperson said additional traffic personnel would be deployed at Eid prayer congregations, mosques and Eidgahs, while special traffic duties would also be assigned outside major recreational spots, including Lahore Zoo, Bagh-e-Jinnah, Greater Iqbal Park, Jallo Park and Model Town Park.

Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Lahore Syed Abdul Raheem Shirazi said extra traffic wardens would also be deployed around cemeteries located on busy roads to facilitate visitors and prevent traffic congestion.

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He said a separate traffic management plan had also been prepared for more than 70 markets and bazaars on Chand Raat.

The CTO Lahore said the zero-tolerance policy against overcharging and overloading would continue during Eid holidays.

He added that 110 patrolling officers would be deployed on busy roads to prevent one-wheeling, reckless driving and hooliganism, while assistance from Punjab Safe Cities Authority cameras would also be utilised for monitoring purposes.

The CTO said Lahore Traffic Police would ensure the provision of the best possible traffic facilities to citizens and maintain smooth traffic flow throughout the Eid holidays.