Summary Nationwide protests against the November 15 sectarian clashes in Rawalpindi will be held today.
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Protest demonstrations across the country against Rawalpindi tragedy will be held today (Friday).
Ahle Sunat Wal-Jamaat has announced to observe protest day today while Milat Jaafria will observe ‘Youm-e-Azmat Nawasa-e-Rasool’ and Sunni Itehad Council has announced to hold ‘Youm-e-Aman aur Muhabbat’.
Security has been tightened across the country ahead of expected protests today against the Rawalpindi incident.
The Punjab government has decided to deploy 10,000 police officials in Lahore due to security concerns in the city.
According to CCPO Lahore, religious leaders representing all schools of thoughts have assured to maintain peace in the city. However, stern action would be taken against those persons who violate law and order.
Ban on pillion riding and gathering of more than five people has also been banned in Faisalabad on Friday while any processions and gatherings have also been prohibited in several cities.
Army has been put on high alert while police and military troops will also hold a joint flag march.
Extra police force from Lodhran, Khanewal and Vehari has been called in Multan to avert any untoward situation in the city while army troops have been deployed at Chowk Shaheedan and Shah Gardez.
Section 144 has been imposed in Bahawalnagar and Chishtian while security of imambargahs and other religious seminaries has been increased.
