The Ministry of Interior has called in the Pakistan Army to manage escalating protests by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party in Islamabad. The army has been granted authority to take extreme measures, including shooting agitators on sight, as tensions rise. This decision comes as thousands of PTI supporters from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and other provinces march toward the capital, aiming to reach the city’s D-Chowk area.
The move follows violent clashes between protesters and security forces, which have tragically resulted in the deaths of four Rangers personnel. Their bodies were taken to PIMS Hospital, highlighting the severity of the situation. In response, the government invoked Article 245 of the Pakistani Constitution, which allows the army to take control in situations where civil order is threatened. This also grants the army the power to impose curfews if necessary to restore stability.
Security around D-Chowk is now on high alert, with army personnel positioned on rooftops of key buildings, ensuring tight control over the area. Reports indicate that more than 100 policemen have been injured in the violence, with some suffering critical injuries. Additionally, PTI sources claim that numerous protesters have been wounded by gunfire.
The situation in Islamabad remains tense, and the nation is closely watching developments, with growing concerns about the potential for further violence and widespread unrest. The army’s involvement underscores the seriousness of the security situation, as the capital braces for more protests in the days ahead.
