All kinds of political gatherings, sit-ins, meetings, demonstrations, and protests have been banned in Rawalpindi


Rawalpindi: Section 144 was imposed in Rawalpindi for eight days from October 10 to 17 because of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit organized in Islamabad.
According to the Interior Department spokesperson, the purpose of implementing Section 144 is to secure the SCO summit. All kinds of political gatherings, sit-ins, meetings, demonstrations, protests and all such activities have been banned in Rawalpindi. Double riding and aerial firing will also be banned within the city limits.
According to the spokesperson, under Section 144, flying pigeons and drones and the use of laser lights will also be prohibited.
The decision to implement Section 144 was taken at the request of the district administration. Representatives of law enforcement agencies will be exempt from the restrictions, stated the spokesperson.
It is pertinent to note that the SCO summit will be held in Islamabad on October 15 and 16.
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