Despite a strong warning from the federal government and heavy security measures, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is pressing ahead with its planned protest march towards Islamabad on Sunday. Led by former Prime Minister Imran Khan, PTI has urged the public to join the rally, which it describes as a movement to “break the shackles of slavery.”
In response, the government has deployed heavy security forces, sealed key roads, and set up barriers around the capital to prevent the protest. The Interior Ministry emphasized that, in line with court orders, protests or sit-ins will not be allowed in Islamabad, and any disruptions will result in legal action.
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PTI plans to gather at specific points before marching to D-Chowk in Islamabad, where they intend to hold a sit-in until their demands are met, including Imran Khan’s release. Despite roadblocks, PTI leadership, including Ali Amin Gandapur, has vowed to bring in private machinery to remove obstacles and continue the protest.
The government has fortified key areas of Islamabad, including sensitive zones like the Red Zone, with containers and heightened security. Roads connecting Islamabad to nearby cities have been blocked, causing major disruptions in public transit. Additionally, hospitals are on high alert, and the National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) has issued a terrorism warning, prompting even tighter security measures.
