The Islamabad administration has started enforcing market closures in response to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf protests while security in the Red Zone has been further tightened.

Sources said that orders have been issued to close markets in various sectors, including directions for shutting down businesses in sectors F-10 and F-11. Markets in G-6, G-7, G-8, as well as F-6 and F-7, have also been instructed to close.

Furthermore, power supply has been cut off in areas around Blue Area and telephone services have been suspended.

The PTI activists are present on the main road in Blue Area, adding to the tensions in the capital. The measures reflect the authorities’ efforts to maintain order amid the ongoing unrest.