The Islamabad police have received net launchers ahead of PTI’s planned march. The march is scheduled for September 27.
The equipment has been provided as a non-lethal crowd-control measure. Police may use the devices if protesters reach the capital.
According to officials, the net launcher can fire a mesh net toward an individual. The device is designed to help officers restrain potential threats.
A demonstration video showed a police official operating the equipment. The net can restrict a person’s movement during an enforcement operation.
The Islamabad police are expected to use the equipment during difficult situations. Officials said it could assist with suspect restraint and arrests when required.
The new equipment comes amid preparations for the PTI march. The party has announced plans to travel towards Islamabad on September 27.
PTI has linked the planned protest to its political demands. These include the release of party founder Imran Khan.
Authorities have also taken several measures around the capital. Containers have been placed at various entry points and important routes.
The government has also introduced restrictions on several major roads. These measures are aimed at managing access to Islamabad during the protest period.
The Islamabad police issued a traffic advisory regarding the M-1 motorway. The Islamabad-Peshawar Motorway was closed to traffic from September 23.
The National Highways and Motorway Police currently lists sections of the M-1 as closed. The closures are linked to the law-and-order situation.
The M-2 motorway between Lahore and Islamabad remains available for traffic. Motorists have been advised to plan their journeys accordingly.
Other routes connecting Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with Punjab have also faced restrictions. These include sections of the M-14 and the Grand Trunk Road.
Authorities have also imposed Section 144 in Islamabad. The restriction is scheduled to remain in force for two months.
The security measures come as PTI prepares for its announced protest. Party leaders have said their supporters intend to approach the capital through multiple routes.
PTI is expected to announce further details about its protest strategy. The party has scheduled another discussion on September 25.
Meanwhile, the Islamabad police and other authorities are continuing security preparations. Officials are monitoring major entry points and routes around the capital.
The use of net launchers adds another tool to the police response. Officials have described the equipment as a non-lethal option.
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The situation remains subject to further developments before September 27. Authorities and PTI are expected to provide additional updates in the coming days.
