Islamabad administration revokes PTI rally permission citing security concerns

Chief commissioner reviews security situation in light of Muharram and terrorism threats

The Islamabad district administration has revoked the permission granted to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) for holding a rally.

The administration had initially approved the rally at Peshawar Road in Tarnol. However, the permission was withdrawn due to security concerns and potential terrorist threats.

A high-level meeting, chaired by Islamabad’s Chief Commissioner, reviewed the security situation in light of Muharram and other security concerns. The meeting included senior officers from security agencies, though no representatives from PTI attended despite being invited.

During the meeting, applications related to the rally were reassessed, and the permission granted by the Deputy Commissioner was reviewed in the context of the current security threats.

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The Chief Commissioner decided to suspend the NOC for the rally based on the current security situation, the upcoming Muharram observances, and recommendations from law enforcement agencies.

In a statement, the Islamabad administration explained that the decision to revoke the NOC was made to ensure the safety and security of citizens. Maintaining public order and protecting lives and property in Islamabad remains a top priority, it added.