Numaish Chowrangi has been closed to traffic from all sides due to security concerns, the Karachi Traffic Police spokesperson told local media.
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Traffic heading towards Numaish Chowrangi is being diverted to alternative routes, with several roads affected by the closure.
Vehicles arriving from Capri are being diverted towards Nasra School.
According to the traffic police, traffic coming from Guru Mandir is being redirected towards Banoria Town and Soldier Bazaar, while vehicles approaching from Shahrah-e-Quaideen are being diverted from Society Office towards Allah Wali Chowrangi.
Similarly, traffic coming from Britto Road and Soldier Bazaar No. 3 is being diverted towards Soldier Bazaar No. 1.
Meanwhile, additional police personnel have been deployed around Mazar-e-Quaid as part of enhanced security arrangements.
The District East administration has announced that public gatherings, rallies, demonstrations and processions will not be allowed around the mausoleum.
Authorities warned that legal action would be taken against anyone who holds a gathering without permission.
According to the district administration, rallies, demonstrations and processions are prohibited within the Mazar-e-Quaid premises under the law protecting the sanctity of the mausoleum.
Political activities are also prohibited within 10 feet of the outer wall of the Mazar-e-Quaid premises, the administration said.
Deputy Commissioner East warned that violations of the law governing the sanctity of Mazar-e-Quaid could result in up to three years in prison, a fine, or both.
The district administration said legal action would also be taken against individuals who violate the restrictions and hold gatherings despite the ban.
Citizens have been advised to avoid unnecessary crowds and plan alternative routes when travelling near Mazar-e-Quaid and Numaish Chowrangi.
It is worth noting here that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has called on the Sindh government to either accept responsibility or clarify who is behind the digging of trenches, placement of containers and closure of roads along his route to Karachi.
