The four-day International Urdu Conference is set to begin today, due to which some roads are closed.

To facilitate the smooth flow of traffic during the conference, special arrangements have been made around the YMCA Ground. The traffic police have announced that the road from MR Kiyani Chowk to the Governor’s House will be closed from 4 pm to 9 pm for the duration of the conference.

Further, the road from Masjid Ahl-e-Hadees to the Sindh Assembly will also be closed, and commercial vehicles will not be allowed entry from various key points, including Press Club Chowk and Shaheen Complex.

The opening ceremony scheduled for 5 pm at the YMCA Ground, adjacent to the Arts Council.

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah will be the guest of honor at the event.

The 17th International Urdu Conference will feature both local and international writers and poets.

The President of the Arts Council, Muhammad Ahmed Shah, announced that the conference will include 64 sessions, one of which will focus on artificial intelligence, exploring its benefits and drawbacks.

Shah will deliver the welcome address, while Hamid Haroon will present the keynote speech.

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In another notable session titled “I Am Karachi,” prominent figures Anwar Maqsood, Tabish Hashmi, and Waseem Badami will engage in discussions.

Parking facilities have been organized for attendees at multiple locations, including Sir Syed Road, in front of Polo Ground, near the Sindh Assembly, and outside the Physiotherapy Library.

Two weeks ago due to IDEAS 2024, Karachi Traffic Police issued a traffic plan that outlined several road closures and traffic diversions to manage the expected increase in traffic volume.

Similarly, Shahrah-e-Faisal was closed to all vehicles from 2am to 5am on November 23. To minimise inconvenience, they have provided alternative routes for commuters. Drivers are advised to take the Drigh Road to access the Rashid Minhas Road and the Millenium area to reach Nipa.