The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced a protest against constitutional amendments, set to take place in Liaquat Bagh. In response, police have deployed containers at 25 locations throughout Rawalpindi and stationed 4,000 officers and personnel to maintain order.

PTI leadership in Rawalpindi and Islamabad implemented their own strategies to mobilize supporters. Police conducted raids at the homes of party workers across 32 police stations; however, no active members were apprehended during these operations.

Additionally, Information Minister Azma Bukhari has issued a stern warning to Gandapur, stating that no disruptions will be tolerated in Rawalpindi, and any attempts to take the law into their own hands will be met with strict consequences.

Chief Minister Ali Amin to lead the demonstration.

Gandapur travels from Swabi

Gandapur of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has embarked on a journey to Rawalpindi from the Peshawar Motorway Toll Plaza, leading a convoy of supporters. As he arrived, enthusiastic party workers gathered around his vehicle, chanting slogans in his favor.

Members of the Provincial Assembly (MPAs) and Members of the National Assembly (MNAs) from the province are also preparing to leave Swabi for the Rawalpindi protest. A reception camp has been set up for attendees near the Anbar Interchange on the Peshawar Motorway, featuring chairs, tents, water, and shaded areas.

Government resources are being mobilized, with heavy machinery from Rescue 1122 and fire brigade units on standby. The influx of party workers has already commenced.

In comments to the media in Mardan, Chief Minister Gandapur expressed confidence, stating that his team would overcome any obstacles to reach Rawalpindi and emphasized that they are undeterred by the Punjab government. He hinted at a significant event on the horizon, noting the imposition of Section 804 in Pakistan, and encouraged citizens to witness the unfolding situation.

Section 144 imposed across Rawalpindi

Punjab government has imposed Section 144 across the Rawalpindi Division for two days to prohibit all political gatherings, sit-ins, rallies, and protests.

This ban will be effective on Saturday, September 28, and Sunday, September 29, affecting the districts of Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, and Chakwal.

Mobile signals and Metro services suspended

Mobile phone signals within Rawalpindi have been turned off, the Metro Bus service has been suspended, and the Islamabad Expressway has been blocked with containers. In response to the situation, PTI leadership from Lahore left Rawalpindi overnight to avoid arrests.

Key motorways, including M1 and M2, will be closed, and roads from Chakri, Bahatar, Taxila, and AWT will be blocked. To bolster security, six companies of Rangers will also be deployed in Rawalpindi and Attock, following concerns about potential unrest from armed groups.

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Meanwhile, Rawalpindi’s City Police Officer, Syed Khalid Hamdani, has ordered the cancellation of all officer leave, stating that any violations of this order will result in dismissal. Despite the PTI’s plans, the administration has not granted permission for the event. Following this denial, PTI Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram indicated that if the gathering was not permitted, the party would still proceed with the protest at Liaquat Bagh.