Road blockages expected as PTI Calls for Protest
Following a life-threatening attack on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan near Wazirabad during the “Haqeeqi Azaadi March”, the party has confirmed countrywide protests after Friday prayers today.
According to reports, the party members will convene at main avenues across all major cities across Pakistan. PTI leader, Asad Umar, tweeted that the party will continue the protests until Khan’s demands are met.
The protests have already kicked off in several parts of the country including Khyber Pukhtunkhwa, Punjab, Sindh, and the federal capital. Overseas PTI supporters have also called for protests in their respective countries.
The protests are likely to cause traffic disturbances and road blockages across the country. Several reports suggest that Imran Khan’s supporters have already started blocking off the main avenues across several major cities.
Road blockages expected as PTI Calls for Protest
Islamabad Capital Territory Police has allocated field operatives at various sensitive locations to avoid violent outbursts. So far, the department has only blocked off the Red Zone entry and exit points from Express Chowk and NADRA Chowk.
Furthermore, the authorities had earlier extended the boundaries of the Red Zone, which now also includes G7, F7, F6, G6, and E7. All residents of the twin cities are advised to plan their travels accordingly to avoid any inconvenience.
