National Highway connecting Balochistan to Sindh province through Quetta-Sibi-Jacobabad route has been reopened for traffic.

According to official sources, Bibi Nani Pinjra Bridge on the National Highway was washed out by the recent heavy rains and flood water.

On the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chairman National Highway Authority, Captain (Rtd) Muhammad Khurram Agha along with member NHA and his entire team have been in the area for the past one week to supervise the repair efforts and restore the highway.

Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Abdul Quddus Bizenjo expressed his satisfaction and happiness on the restoration of the national highway.

In a statement on Saturday, he said the opening of highway will help in restoration of trade activities and communication network.

Meanwhile, Karakoram Highway was restored for all types of traffic.

According to NHA Spokesperson, the Thakot to Kayal bridge was constructed with two lanes for all types of traffic and two lanes were open for all types of traffic on Achar Nala.

He said two lanes were also open for light traffic on Somer Nalla Bridge.

On the other hand, two lanes were open for all types of traffic from Sarasin to Khunjerab.

The passengers and drivers of big vehicles have been advised to exercise extreme caution while crossing the Uchar Nallah, Kayal bridge and Zaid Khowar area.

Source: Radio Pakistan