Shahbaz government fears Imran Khan's supporters, curfew imposed in Rawalpindi; Munir's army on the streets

News Topical, Digital Desk : Speculation about the assassination of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan continues to grow. Supporters of his party are protesting outside Adiala Jail. Imran Khan's family members are not being allowed to meet him, fueling the protesters' anger. Consequently, the Pakistani government has imposed Section 144 in Rawalpindi.

Pakistan fears that supporters of Imran Khan's party, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), could cause unrest in Rawalpindi. Rawalpindi is considered a stronghold of the Pakistani military. Fearing violence, the Pakistani government has imposed a curfew throughout the city.

Rawalpindi Deputy Commissioner Dr. Hassan Waqar Cheema has ordered the imposition of Section 144 under the Code of Criminal Procedure (Punjab Amendment) Act 2024. The three-day curfew will be in effect from December 1-3.

Curfew imposed restrictions on many things

• There is a ban on large gatherings of people, parties, sit-ins, processions or protests.
• There is also a ban on carrying weapons, nails, sticks, petrol bombs and other explosives in Rawalpindi, as this could spark violence.
• There is also a ban on brandishing weapons or giving inflammatory speeches.
• If the police impose any restrictions on traffic movement, they must be followed.
• With Section 144 in force, loudspeakers cannot be used in the city.

Issuing the curfew order on December 1, the Rawalpindi administration stated that the decision was being taken in the interest of public safety and peace. Police, along with the Pakistani Army, have taken to the streets to strictly enforce the curfew. Violators have been warned of strict action.

Shahbaz government's troubles increase

It should be noted that the situation in Pakistan regarding Imran Khan is worsening day by day. Imran's son has demanded proof that his father is alive. The Pakistani government imprisoned Imran in August 2023.

No one has been allowed to meet Imran for the past month. This has led to speculation that the Pakistani army may have killed him in prison. However, Pakistan has dismissed all claims, calling them rumors.

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