39 conditions put forth for PTI’s march

The administration of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) has sought an affidavit affirming 39 conditions to grant permission to the PTI to lead its “Haqeeqi Azadi March” into the federal capital.

The administration has asked for the document to be signed by PTI Chairman Imran Khan, after which it would allow the former premier to hold a rally in the capital for just one day, following which it wants him to disperse, along with his supporters.

According to the conditions, permission needs to be taken from the administration 12 hours before the rally, and the “illegal” use of loudspeakers would be prohibited. Moreover, rhetoric related to religion would have to be avoided, and no weapons would be allowed into the venue. The administration has also asked the organisers to ensure that no national or party flags would be burnt at the rally.

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The former ruling party has been told that there will be a complete ban on the use or serving of intoxicating substances at the march, and the Islamabad Police will be permitted to check all the people and vehicles coming to the rally. Furthermore, the entry of children under the age of 18 would be prohibited.

It also stated that if the administration had to use force to maintain law and order, Imran would be responsible for the law.

It sought an affirmation that no road would be blocked during the march, adding that if any provision in the affidavit is violated, the administration would take action against the former premier.

It linked any such violation to the violation of the orders of the Islamabad High Court (IHC), which also amounts to contempt of court.