The 980th Urs celebration of Hazrat Data Ganj Bakhsh Ali Hajveri, also known as Data Sahib, is a significant event in the religious calendar of Pakistan and capital city of Punjab. Pilgrims and devotees from all over the country gather in Lahore to pay their respects at the shrine of this revered Sufi saint.

With such a massive influx of people, it’s essential to have effective traffic plan and arrangements in place to ensure the smooth flow of both vehicular and pedestrian traffic in the city.

Traffic plan

To manage the traffic coming from Shahdara and heading towards Data Sahib’s shrine, a well-organized plan has been devised. The traffic will be redirected from Azadi Chowk towards the Railway Station. This diversion will help ease congestion around the shrine and provide a more streamlined route for pilgrims and visitors.

In addition to redirecting traffic from Azadi Chowk, vehicles coming from Shahdara towards Lower Mall will be rerouted through Band Road and Saggian. This alternative route will help distribute the traffic and reduce the burden on the main roads leading to Data Sahib’s shrine.

ٹریفک انتطامات بسلسلہ عرس تقریبات حضرت داتا گنج بخش علی ہجویری.
شاہدرہ سے لوئر مال آنے والی ٹریفک کو آزادی چوک سے جانب ریلوے اسٹیشن بجھوایا جائیگا۔
شاہدرہ سے لوئر مال آنے والی ٹریفک نیازی شہید چوک سے بندروڈ، سگیاں بجھوائی جائیگی۔#Lahore #urs pic.twitter.com/dzjDOW95pK

— Lahore Traffic Police (@ctplahore) September 5, 2023

These traffic arrangements aim to ensure the safety and convenience of the pilgrims and devotees attending the Urs celebration. With the expected influx of a large number of people, it’s crucial to have a well-organized plan in place to avoid any traffic-related issues and maintain a peaceful atmosphere during the religious gathering.

Furthermore, it is also an advisory for visitors to plan their travel in advance, taking into consideration the potential traffic delays and diversions. Public transportation options, such as buses or the Lahore Metro, can be more convenient during such occasions as they may have designated routes and stops near the shrine.

These measures aim to provide convenience, safety, and accessibility for all participants, allowing them to focus on their spiritual journey and devotion during this sacred occasion.