Web Desk: Pakistan welcomed the arrival of 2025 with vibrant celebrations and strict security arrangements.
The cities across the country witnessed fireworks, concerts, and gatherings, while authorities implemented measures to ensure public safety.
In Karachi, owing to city wide sit-ins by religious parties, people fed up with the worst traffic jam around the city , the roads at night were deserted.
The number of people on roads for celebrating the new year were thin.
Despite all security measures for banning aerial firing, as clock rings 12 am of new year Karachi echoed with aerial firings and celebratory bomb blasts.
The aerial firing and blasts were continued for two hours.
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Section 144 was imposed for two days to curb aerial firing, one-wheeling, and the use of motorcycles without silencers.
Police launched a crackdown on violators, and traffic authorities released a detailed plan to manage vehicular movement.
Roads including Teen Talwar, PIDC, and Club Road remained closed, while heavy traffic was restricted on routes leading to Mai Kolachi.
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The Sindh Rangers deployed additional personnel along main roads and public areas
. Mobile and motorcycle squads intensified snap-checking and patrolling to maintain order.
Karachi police announced that cases of attempted murder would be filed against those involved in aerial firing.
Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori extended New Year greetings and pledged to offer 500,000 IT courses in 2025.
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He assured that services including electricity, water, and waste management would be improved.
Celebrations at the Governor House featured a 40-minute fireworks display, funded through private contributions.
MQM leader Dr Farooq Sattar highlighted the significance of the event and called for optimism.
Port Grand in Karachi organised a concert attended by large crowds,.
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Quetta hosted a colourful event at a shopping mall, featuring dazzling fireworks and a cake-cutting ceremony. Attendees exchanged greetings and prayed for peace and prosperity.
On the other handPark View City in Islamabad sparkled with lights and fireworks.
Food stalls and live performances by renowned singers entertained visitors.
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In Murree, tourists flocked to Mall Road, creating a carnival-like atmosphere.
Authorities ensured strict security arrangements to manage the influx of visitors.
