Authorities ban political gatherings in KP's Bajaur for 30 days, citing law and order situation
BAJAUR: The district administration on Sunday imposed a ban on all kinds of political gatherings, “hate speech” against the state and the display of arms and weapons in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bajaur for 30 days, invoking Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) owing to the prevailing law and order situation. The notification formalising the restriction, seen by Dawn , said Bajaur…
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) authorities have imposed a 30-day ban on political gatherings, hate speech, and the display of weapons across Bajaur district, invoking Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC). Deputy Commissioner Adnan Farid Afridi approved the restrictions due to the prevailing law and order situation, emphasizing the need for additional measures to ensure public safety.
Law enforcement agencies are urged to remain vigilant and enhance security at district entry and exit points, while unauthorized gatherings in public places are discouraged. The order, set to remain in effect until December 15, carries a punishment under Section 188 of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC) for any violations. KP has long faced terrorist attacks and security challenges, with a police officer killed in October and 74 terrorists killed in recent military operations.
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