Section 144 imposed in Islamabad due to PTI protest

ISLAMABAD The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), led by former prime minister Imran Khan, is scheduled to hold a statewide demonstration today, Saturday, in opposition to the alleged rigging of the general elections in 2024.

Leaders of the PTI, such as Sher Afzal Khan Marwat, Salman Akram Rajam, and Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, declared that they intend to mount a strong opposition in Parliament until their so-called “full mandate” is restored.

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Allegations of election rigging were raised after extensive cellular network interruptions and delayed results marred Pakistan’s national polls on February 8.

The PTI has scheduled a demonstration for today at 11 a.m., with a march starting in F-9 Park and ending at the press club. Security measures in Islamabad have been stepped up, and the federal capital is subject to Section 144 enforcement.

A police spokesperson emphasized tighter inspections and more patrols, as well as the deployment of CTD special troops for emergency reaction. People are asked to comply with law enforcement during identity checks and carry identification, especially in light of possible traffic congestion near F-9 Park.

PTI protest in other Cities:

The PTI demonstration in Lahore is scheduled to begin at 11:00 am on GPO Chowk Mall Road. There will likely be heavy traffic in the region, and security has been increased.

At the press club in Karachi the protest is scheduled to begin at 4:00 p.m.