The Islamabad district administration on Friday refused to grant permission to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) to stage protest in the city against poll riggings in February 8 elections.
The district administration has imposed Section 144 and urged the citizens to stay away from any political gatherings. T
he crackdown comes amidst heightened tensions, signalling a firm stance from the district administration against any form of protest activity, according to a handout issued on Friday.
The administration emphasized that no permits would be granted for rallies or protests, aiming to maintain peace and order in the capital.
The Islamabad police have been tasked with ensuring compliance, with instructions to take swift action against those participating in any unauthorized demonstrations.The Islamabad police have been tasked with ensuring compliance, with instructions to take swift action against those participating in any unauthorized demonstrations.
The district administration warned that the safety of life and property of the citizens was the top priority of the government and no one would be allowed to create a law and order situation in Islamabad.
