PESHAWAR: The National Highway Authority (NHA) has accelerated construction work on the Peshawar Northern Bypass, with the project scheduled for completion by January 31, 2027.
According to a progress update reported by Radio Pakistan on October 24, the first construction package has been fully completed, while work continues on the remaining sections.
The bypass is intended to improve road connectivity around Peshawar and provide an alternative route for traffic travelling through the area.
Latest construction progress
The reported completion status of the project is as follows:
- Package I: 100% complete.
- Package II: 79% complete.
- Package III-A: 82% complete.
- Package III-B: 75% complete.
- Charsadda Road Flyover: 25% complete.
The figures show that work on the main construction packages is substantially advanced, although the Charsadda Road Flyover remains at an earlier stage.
NHA has increased construction activity as it works towards the revised completion target.
Why the bypass matters
The Peshawar Northern Bypass is designed to provide an alternative road connection around the city.
Once operational, it could help divert some through-traffic away from congested urban roads and improve journeys for freight operators and other motorists.
The potential benefits will depend on the completed road’s connections, traffic management and actual usage.
Completion target
The latest reported deadline is January 31, 2027.
The authority is working to complete the remaining construction packages and associated road infrastructure to improve traffic flow around Peshawar.