RAWALPINDI: In view of political situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Rawalpindi district administration on Saturday imposed section 144 to stop gathering of people for protest till Oct 17.

In a notification, Deputy Commissioner retired Captain Nadeem Nasir said: “It has been brought to my attention by the District Intelligence Committee (DIC) in its meeting held on Oct 10 that there exists an imminent threat within the limits of Rawalpindi district, particularly surrounding sensitive installations, prominent roads and other critical infrastructures, which may pose a serious risk to human life, public property, and the overall peace and order of the district.

“The DIC has reported specific intelligence suggesting that certain groups and elements are actively mobilising with intentions to disturb the law and order situation through large gatherings, protests, and disruptive assemblies.

The forum further indicates that these elements may target soft locations and mobilise individuals with the potential to engage in violent actions near key installations, and other sensitive sites, thereby endangering the public peace and tranquility.

“In view of the facts stated above, it is essential to ensure security of the people and installations / buildings against any potential threat or untoward activity, in the larger interest of public safety, security, peace and tranquility and to avoid any untoward incident.

“All kinds of assemblies, gatherings, sit-ins, rallies, processions, demonstrations, protests and such like other activities i.e gathering of 05 or more persons. carrying of weapons, spikes, laden batons, gaulails, ball bearings, petrol bombs, improvised explosives or any other instrument that can potentially be used for violence.

“Display of arms (other than carried by LEAs) & objectionable/ hatred speeches. Attempt to remove any restriction imposed by a Police Office to regulate assembly of persons or movement of traffic.

Published in Dawn, October 11th, 2026