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MQM holds 'peaceful' demonstrations on Karachi roads
KARACHI: Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) on Tuesday held what they termed "peaceful demonstrations" against the media blackout on party chief Altaf Hussain's statements and images following a Lahore High Court order.
The demonstration was scheduled at the following locations from 3pm to 6pm, said a statement on the party's website.
- Babar Market, Landhi
- Chiniot Hospital, Korangi
- Star Gate, Sharea Faisal
- Johar Mor, Gulistan-i-Johar
- Hassan Square, Gulshan-i-Iqbal
- Numaish Chowrangi, MA Jinnah Road
- Two Swords, Clifton
- Regal Chowk, Saddar
- Five Star Chowrangi, North Nazimabad
- Liaquatabad No. 10 under Flyover
While traffic jams were expected, the situation on Karachi's roads remained under control with no reports of major traffic congestions due to the protest.