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Senior officials, including Highway Executive Engineer Jawad, Sub-Divisional Officer Zahid Khan and Architect Engineer Waseem, along with the members of PTI team, inspected the site to assess traffic flow and public concerns.<br \/>\nUnder the plan, diversions will be constructed on three sides of the intersection to streamline traffic movement and curb congestion. The redesign is part of broader efforts to upgrade civic infrastructure through modern urban planning.<br \/>\nShafi Jan said the government was committed to permanent and sustainable solutions to urban challenges, adding that the upgraded intersection would significantly improve daily commuting for residents.<br \/>\nAuthorities expect noticeable improvements in traffic management once construction is completed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kohat Authorities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province have launched a plan to modernise Hangu Phatak Chowk in Kohat, aiming to reduce mounting traffic pressure and improve urban mobility. 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