Section 144 imposed in Rawalpindi district for a month over 'threat to law and order'
The Rawalpindi deputy commissioner on Saturday announced that Section 144 had been imposed in the district for a period of 30 days, over threats to sensitive installations and other critical infrastructure. Section 144 is a provision in the Code of Criminal Procedure which empowers local authorities to ban public gatherings such as rallies, processions and sit-ins, as well as the open display of…
Rawalpindi Deputy Commissioner declared Section 144 on Saturday, imposing it for 30 days due to threats to sensitive installations and critical infrastructure. The provision, which bars public gatherings and open display of weapons, was imposed amid the PTI's march, which has so far stayed within Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. KP chief minister pledged to lead the convoy towards Islamabad.
The District Intelligence Committee warned of an "imminent threat" to sensitive installations, major roads, and infrastructure, with specific intelligence suggesting groups were mobilising for disruptions through large gatherings and protests. The DC ordered prohibitions on gatherings of over five people, open display of weapons, use of drones, and attempts to remove police-imposed restrictions.
The order expires on Nov 8. Section 144 has been imposed in other parts of the country, with Islamabad restricting gatherings for two months. Lahore also has Section 144 in force until Oct 15, citing threats to public peace and safety.
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