Why has terrorism case been filed against TLP’s Saad Rizvi?
In a surprising twist, a terrorism case has been registered against Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) chief Saad Rizvi and several party leaders following an attack on security forces in Muridke.
The case, lodged by Sub-Inspector Muhammad Afzal, accuses the group of violent assaults and other serious offences.
The First Information Report (FIR) filed at the City Muridke police station lists 32 sections, including terrorism, murder, attempted murder, kidnapping, and robbery.
According to the FIR, TLP leaders Saad Rizvi, Anas Rizvi, Allama Farooq-ul-Hassan, Maulana Sajjad Saifi, and Mufti Wazir Ali are among those named.
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Police said raids are underway to detain those involved in the violence, adding that no one involved in taking the law into their own hands will be spared.
Meanwhile, state agencies have increased efforts against individuals allegedly spreading misinformation and inciting unrest under the guise of protests.
Sources revealed that officials have identified several individuals responsible for running disruptive campaigns on social media platforms like X (Twitter), Facebook, and WhatsApp.
A coordinated crackdown is expected to begin tonight, targeting accounts promoting false or provocative content, officials said.
According to reliable sources, the crackdown will extend to multiple cities, with more than 200 arrests anticipated nationwide. Authorities have compiled a list of individuals suspected of spreading inflammatory or misleading material aimed at disrupting public order.
Monitoring cells have been instructed to track fake accounts and trace the origins of disinformation, particularly content intended to provoke violence or unrest.
Officials confirmed that law enforcement agencies are working round the clock to prevent any attempt to incite chaos or damage public property.
Raids are expected to be conducted simultaneously across various urban centers, with security agencies closely monitoring online activity to ensure swift action.
