Section 144 has been imposed in Rawalpindi, and authorities have vowed to ensure its full enforcement.According to a notification issued by Rawalpindi Deputy Commissioner Hassan Waqar Cheema, public gatherings and political rallies are banned in the garrison city, whose Adiala Jail is the place where the PTI founder Imran Khan has been detained for around 2 years.

Under Section 144, pillion riding on motorcycles and display of weapons are prohibited while loudspeakers cannot be used during this period. To prevent any law and order situation near Adiala Jail, a red alert has been issued and Adiala Road will be completely sealed with containers.According to the official notification, the Punjab Rangers will be deployed around the jail and the rangers will conduct joint patrols with Rawalpindi Police.

Anti-riot police equipped with tear gas and batons will also be stationed at all barricades.According to the CPO, law enforcement is monitoring the situation through Safe City cameras and other surveillance tools. Any violation of the law will prompt immediate action, he said, adding that no individual or group will be allowed to disturb public life.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)