Shehryar Afridi Reviews Progress on PAF Chowk–Kohat Kacheri Road Expansion Project

Officials discuss removal of encroachments, coordination with Cantonment authorities and timely completion of the major road scheme to ease traffic congestion in Kohat.

Staff Report

KOHAT: Former federal interior minister and Member of the National Assembly Shehryar Afridi on Monday chaired a high-level meeting at the Commissioner House to review progress on the widening and construction of the PAF Chowk–Kohat Kacheri Road project, with officials stressing the need for its timely completion to improve traffic flow and connectivity in the city.

The meeting reviewed key issues affecting the scheme, including the removal of encroachments and measures to improve traffic flow along the busy corridor. Participants agreed that matters relating to the section of the road falling under Cantonment jurisdiction would be resolved through consultation and close coordination among the relevant institutions.

Commissioner Kohat Division Syed Muatassim Billah Shah, Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Nawaz Wazir, Assistant Commissioner Kohat and representatives of the concerned departments attended the meeting and received updates on the project’s progress.

Officials reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening interdepartmental cooperation to remove obstacles and expedite the completion of the road expansion project, which is aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving transport infrastructure in Kohat.