Rangers Deployment Extended in Islamabad and Punjab Until October 15
At a glance
- Rangers deployment has been extended in Islamabad and parts of Punjab until October 15.
- The measure is in response to PTI's planned long march and mobilization efforts.
- 3,000 Rangers personnel are deployed in Islamabad to maintain security and protect key installations.
Story so far
In anticipation of a planned long march by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the federal government has extended the deployment of Rangers in Islamabad and various parts of Punjab until October 15. The security measure involves 3,000 personnel in the federal capital, who are tasked with maintaining law and order and securing key installations. The deployment is authorized under the Pakistan Rangers Ordinance and the Anti-Terrorism Act. Authorities have also banned public gatherings in the capital and warned against proceeding with the protest march.
Latest development
The federal government has extended the deployment of Rangers not only in Islamabad but also in various parts of Punjab until October 15. The move comes amid heightened security concerns over planned political gatherings and mobilization by the PTI.
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The federal government has also extended the deployment of Rangers in various parts of Punjab until October 15, broadening the security measures beyond the capital. According to officials, the personnel are tasked with supporting the local administration and police in maintaining law and order. They will be deployed at sensitive locations and key installations and may participate in joint operations if required.
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