Traffic congestion on Lahore’s Main Boulevard has become a growing concern for motorists and daily commuters, particularly near major commercial outlets such as KK Mart and Imtiaz Mall. Residents say heavy vehicle movement, shopping-related traffic and roadside congestion are causing prolonged delays, especially during morning and evening rush hours.
Both commercial establishments attract large numbers of visitors and vehicles. The movement of customers, vehicles entering and leaving their premises, and parking-related activity have added pressure to an already busy road. Commuters report that traffic queues and diversions around the outlets are making their daily journeys increasingly difficult.
Laser lights at KK Mart raise concerns
The use of laser lights at KK Mart has also become a concern for motorists. Some commuters say the lights create disturbances for drivers and may affect visibility. They have called on the Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) Lahore to take notice and examine whether the installation creates any road safety risks.
Citizens have also questioned the traffic management arrangements around KK Mart and Imtiaz Mall. They say vehicles entering and exiting the commercial premises, along with roadside congestion, can obstruct the main carriageway and contribute to delays during peak hours.
Questions raised over commercial approvals
The situation has prompted residents to question whether the necessary permissions and no-objection certificates (NOCs) were obtained before establishing large commercial outlets along Main Boulevard. Citizens want the relevant authorities to clarify whether traffic impact assessments were conducted before approving these developments.
They have urged the Lahore Development Authority (LDA), Lahore Traffic Police and the city administration to review the approvals and assess whether the existing road infrastructure can accommodate the additional traffic generated by these commercial establishments.
Commuters call for improved traffic management
Motorists have called for better entry and exit arrangements, designated parking facilities, effective traffic regulation and alternative access routes to prevent vehicles from blocking the main road. They have also urged the CTO Lahore to examine the reported laser-light issue and improve traffic management around the commercial outlets.
For office workers and residents who regularly use Main Boulevard, delays have become a time-consuming part of their daily commute. Citizens believe timely action by the relevant authorities is needed to ease congestion, improve road safety and maintain smoother traffic movement.
The concerns raised by commuters highlight the need to balance commercial development with public convenience and the capacity of existing road infrastructure.
