PTI Protest
The ongoing protest by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), led by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur and Imran Khan’s wife, Bushra Bibi, entered its third day on Tuesday.
By noon, the PTI protest convoy had reached Jinnah Avenue, just a few miles away from its final destination, D-Chowk. The protest is part of PTI’s efforts to exert pressure on the government and bring attention to its political demands.
To maintain control over the situation, authorities have implemented strict security measures. The convoy breached roadblocks at the G-9 signal, successfully advancing towards the Srinagar Highway.
In response, the police and Rangers have set up barricades at key intersections, using large containers to block roads and limit the movement of the protesters.
The Islamabad Police’s DIG Operations, Ali Raza Alvi, is overseeing the operation. The situation remains tense as the PTI supporters continue their push forward, despite the security efforts.
The security measures have led to significant disruption in the city. Educational institutions in Rawalpindi and Islamabad have been forced to close for a second day, with all academic activities, including examinations, suspended.
Public transport has also been severely impacted, with the Metrobus service remaining suspended for the fourth consecutive day. Other transport services, such as the Green Line and Blue Line, have been similarly halted, causing considerable inconvenience to commuters.
As a result, attendance in government and private offices has been extremely low, with many workers unable to travel to work due to the ongoing protests and road closures.
A more intense incident unfolded late last night when PTI workers breached a major roadblock at the 26 Number Chungi, leading to clashes on the Srinagar Highway.
The violence escalated when miscreants rammed a vehicle into Rangers personnel, resulting in the tragic deaths of four Rangers officials. In response to the situation, the military has been called in to assist with the growing unrest.
Despite the army’s presence, the PTI convoy has continued its march towards D-Chowk, with reports indicating that the convoy is approximately 14 kilometers away from the destination, located in the G-11 area.
At G-11, Bushra Bibi addressed her supporters, urging them to remain peaceful and calm, emphasizing that the protesters were not enemies but fellow Pakistanis. She reassured the crowd, saying, “These are your brothers and sisters who are coming.
The workers will reach D-Chowk.” Meanwhile, Ali Amin Gandapur, stationed at the 26 Number Chungi, continues to coordinate the protest efforts alongside Bushra Bibi. The PTI protest is a pivotal moment in Pakistan’s political landscape, highlighting the ongoing tensions between the opposition and the government.
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