Dera Ismail Khan Bans Pillion Riding, Public Gatherings
In practice, the Dera Ismail Khan district administration has imposed Section 144 until November 11, prohibiting pillion riding, public gatherings, rallies and processions against the backdrop of law and order worries.
In practice, the Dera Ismail Khan district administration has imposed Section 144 until November 11, prohibiting pillion riding, public gatherings, rallies and processions against the backdrop of law and order worries.
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- Lahore Loses 141 Buses in New Punjab Transport Distribution.
- Deputy Commissioner Hikmatullah issued the order on October 13, and the restrictions took effect immediately.
Deputy Commissioner Hikmatullah issued the order on October 13, and the restrictions took effect immediately. The order prohibits meetings, rallies, processions and other public gatherings that could threaten public order, disrupt traffic or obstruct citizens' movement. Pirwadhai Bus Stand Declared Security Risk.
In practice, the administration has additionally banned the display of weapons and the installation of tents and temporary structures on public roads. Authorities cautioned that anyone violating the restrictions would face legal action under Section 188 of the Pakistan Penal Code.
For context, the restrictions will remain in effect throughout the district until November 11 unless the competent authority withdraws or amends the order earlier.
Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure empowers local authorities to restrict activities, including public gatherings, rallies, processions, sit-ins and the open display of weapons, to maintain public order. Lahore Loses 141 Buses in New Punjab Transport Distribution.
In practice, a number of other areas of Pakistan have additionally imposed restrictions under Section 144. While Rawalpindi district imposed it for 30 days on Saturday, karachi introduced the measure on Sunday through October 20. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.
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Taken together, the developments around dera Ismail Khan Bans Pillion Riding, Public Gatherings point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.
