ISLAMABAD: The district administration has issued a warning in response to a potential protest planned by a political party in the federal capital.
According to the Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Islamabad, anyone found participating in illegal activities will be arrested immediately. Section 144 is currently in effect across Islamabad, which prohibits all kinds of gatherings or assemblies.
The DC further stated that strict legal action will be taken against those violating Section 144. The administration has urged citizens not to take part in any unlawful activity.
Meanwhile, sources said the Islamabad police have decided to deploy 2,500 personnel at various roads in anticipation of a possible protest by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on August 5.
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The police have reportedly prepared a security plan in view of the protest. No protest permit has been granted by the administration, and any protest held without prior approval will result in legal action against the demonstrators.
