Roads Are Open Despite Traffic Congestion

Some streets and major roads in the country experienced traffic congestion at key locations as the academic year resumed for all school, university, and college students. However, traffic flowed smoothly, with no gridlock reported.

A security source told Al-Rai that the traffic plan devised by the Ministry of Interior in coordination with relevant authorities was effectively implemented. The source explained that the main cause of congestion at certain sites was the high volume of vehicles departing simultaneously, compounded by road closures for maintenance work, which slowed traffic. Nevertheless, operations proceeded normally.

The source emphasized continuous 24-hour monitoring of traffic conditions, particularly at congested areas, using control and surveillance cameras, as well as foot and fixed patrols and helicopter surveillance, to detect any signs of congestion and respond immediately to alleviate bottlenecks and facilitate traffic flow, especially in areas with high traffic volumes. Some locations, particularly those with numerous private schools such as Sabah Al-Salem, Salwa, Hawalli, and Manqaf, experienced congestion due to their entry and exit points. These situations were handled professionally, with the cooperation of drivers and parents during school drop-offs, who adhered to designated parking areas and avoided obstructing traffic, thereby contributing significantly to the success of the traffic plan.