Pakistani police officer diverts motorcyclists from a road leading to Serena hotel as Pakistan prepares to host the US and Iran for the second phase of peace talks in Islamabad April 22, 2026. Photo: Reuters
The Federal Capital District Administration on Saturday announced the restoration of transport services allowing all forms of public transport and freight to enter the city after a temporary suspension imposed for security reasons for possible talks between the US and Iran that never materialized.
The development comes amid a fresh setback to the peace process after US President Donald Trump canceled a planned visit by envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff to Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials.
According to a statement issued by the deputy commissioner’s office, all bus terminals across Islamabad were reopened, except Faizabad bus terminal, which will remain closed until further notice.
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The Punjab Mass Transit Authority announced the resumption of metro bus and electric bus services from Sunday. In Islamabad, the metro bus would run between Saddar Station and Shaheed-i-Millat Station, while the Parade Ground and Secretariat stations would remain closed for the time being. The electric bus service would also be fully restored from Sunday morning, offering improved commuting facilities in the city.
देशली पुष्टित्र में त्राष्ट्वर्ष के श्लाई ज्ञाली मुद्धान का अहनाईी
All public and goods transports are allowed to enter the city except for Faizabad.
— DC Islamabad (@dcislamabad) 25 April 2026
The Islamabad district administration also reopened hiking trails in the Margalla hills. Trekking enthusiasts would be allowed access from Sunday, while recreational spots including Daman-i-Koh and Lake View Park were also reopened to the public.
Important announcement for the citizens of the federal capital
Hiking trails have been opened by the district administration of Islamabad, and those who are interested will be able to go to Marglah Trails tomorrow, while all parks, including Lake View, have been opened to the public by the administration.
— DC Islamabad (@dcislamabad) 25 April 2026
In Rawalpindi, the metro bus service would resume from Sunday, running between Saddar Station and Islamabad’s Shaheed-i-Millat Station. Additionally, the Punjab government’s electric bus service and all EV transport routes in Rawalpindi will become fully operational from Sunday.
According to a statement from the deputy commissioner’s office, the Rawalpindi district administration has completely reopened all entry and exit points of the city for all types of traffic, including private, public and freight transport. However, Pir Wadhai Adda will remain closed for the time being.
The Rawalpindi district administration has fully opened all entry and exit points of the city for all types of traffic, including private, public and freight transport.
However, Pir Wadhai Adda will remain closed until further orders.— DC Rawalpindi (@DCRawalpindi) 25 April 2026
