Tight security in capital as PTI holds public meeting

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Strict security arrangements were made in Islamabad for maintenance of law and order for the public meeting of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) at Parade Ground in Islamabad.

According to police, around 15,000 to 25,000 law enforcers performed duty in the federal capital during the rally, police sources said, adding that the additional force comprised personnel from the Frontier Constabulary (FC), Punjab police, Azad Jammu and Kashmir police among other law enforcement agencies (LEAs).

The close liaison was ordered among various officials to be assigned security duties and also with the organisers to maintain peace and tranquility on the occasion.

Vigilance at exit and entry points of the city has also been enhanced while patrolling in various main avenues is being observed. Meanwhile, personnel of Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) have been also deputed to guide road users who would ensure implementation on traffic diversion plan for their convenience.

According to this diversion plan, those coming to Islamabad from Expressway had to go to Taramri Chowk from Khana Pul to reach Rawal Dam and Dhokri Chowk from there.  Those who had to go to Bhara Kau were asked to use Murree Road. Similarly, Park Road, Taramri and Khana Pul were used by those going to Lahore from Islamabad. The road users coming from Rawalpindi used 9th avenue, IJP Road, Peshawar Mor and Kashmir Highway to come to Islamabad.

The 9th avenue was used for those coming to Islamabad from sector I-8. Those willing to go to Rawalpindi from Islamabad may use Faisal Avenue, Jinnah Avenue, F-8 Exchange Chowk and 9th avenue.

The ITP had also made a plan for parking of vehicles for those coming to attend the PTI rally. Those coming to Peshawar were advised to use Kashmir Highway and parked their vehicles from Education Chowk to Beacon House signal service road in I-8 sector, after passing through Peshawar flyover.

 

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