Muharram security: Long shawls, coats banned in Haripur

Use of tinted glasses in vehicles, explosive crackers also banned. Violators to be prosecuted under Section 188.

PEHSAWAR: The District Coordination Officer (DCO), Haripur under Section 144 of CrPC has banned the use of tinted glass for vehicles, use of explosive crackers and long shawls and coats in the revenue jurisdiction of the district.

The ban imposed with immediate effect will continue for a period of 15 days. Action against violators will be taken under Section 188 of Pakistan Penal Code.

The measure has been taken in view of the security situation in the district due to Ashura.

The average temperatures for Haripur over the next week range between 27-30 degrees Celsius during the day while night time temperatures can drop to as low as 13 degrees Celsius.