Traffic congestion in Karachi is set to ease with the Karachi Northern Bypass Expansion, as the route transforms into the new M-10 Motorway project. Stretching 57 kilometres, the Northern Bypass will now link with a six-lane, 134-kilometre M-10 passage cutting through the Kirthar Mountain Range, ultimately connecting Karachi directly with the M-6 Motorway at Jamshoro.
Officials revealed that the Karachi Northern Bypass Expansion goes far beyond a routine bypass upgrade. The mega project includes construction of a brand-new 134-kilometre motorway along with the modernization of a 23-kilometre stretch into a six-lane high-speed road. Once operational, the M-10 Motorway and Northern Bypass will create a seamless, high-capacity corridor linking Karachi Port with the M-6 at Jamshoro.
According to Dawn, the Karachi Northern Bypass Expansion was reviewed in a high-level meeting between Federal Communication Minister Aleem Khan and Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah. The briefing highlighted that feasibility studies were being conducted by Nespak. Aleem Khan emphasized that the core goal of the M-10 and Northern Bypass upgrade is to establish a modern, high-speed connection between Karachi Port and Pakistan’s national motorway network.
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah noted that the completion of the M-6 Motorway would unlock new economic opportunities for interior Sindh. At the same time, the M-10 project and the Karachi Northern Bypass Expansion are expected to resolve some of Karachi’s most pressing traffic challenges, offering relief to commuters and businesses alike.
Federal Communications Secretary Ali Sher stated that the M-6 Motorway has been approved under the PSDP with a massive allocation of Rs363 billion. The National Highway Authority (NHA) will execute the project in five phases. Financing has already been secured, with the Islamic Development Bank funding two sections, while a leading Chinese firm has expressed interest in handling all five phases.
Once complete, the M-6 will finalize Pakistan’s long-awaited north-south motorway network, directly connecting Peshawar to Karachi. Officials said the project will reduce travel time, enhance road safety, and improve port-to-upcountry trade connectivity. The M-10 and Karachi Northern Bypass Expansion are also expected to play a pivotal role in reducing Karachi’s urban congestion while boosting logistics and regional development.
FAQs on Karachi Northern Bypass Expansion and M-10 Project
What is the Karachi Northern Bypass Expansion project?
The Karachi Northern Bypass Expansion is a major infrastructure project that upgrades the existing bypass into the M-10 Motorway. It includes a 134-kilometre new route through the Kirthar Range and a six-lane upgrade of a 23-kilometre section, directly linking Karachi Port with the M-6 at Jamshoro.
How will the Karachi Northern Bypass Expansion help reduce traffic in Karachi?
The project will divert heavy traffic away from city roads by providing a direct high-capacity link between Karachi Port and the national motorway network. This will ease congestion, reduce travel time, and improve logistics efficiency.
What role does the M-6 Motorway play in Pakistan’s motorway network?
The M-6 Motorway will complete the north-south corridor, connecting Peshawar to Karachi. It is expected to enhance trade routes, reduce travel time, and boost connectivity between ports and upcountry markets.
Who is financing the M-6 and Karachi Northern Bypass Expansion projects?
The M-6 Motorway has been approved with Rs363 billion under the PSDP, with financing support from the Islamic Development Bank for two sections. Additionally, a Chinese company has shown interest in developing all five phases. The Karachi Northern Bypass Expansion is being implemented by the National Highway Authority (NHA).