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The Sindh government has just implemented a complete ban on all protests and public gatherings across the province. This month-long restriction comes after police expressed serious security concerns about potential threats. Similar measures have been taken in Punjab and Gilgit Baltistan, showing this is part of a broader security strategy. The ban specifically prohibits any assembly of more than five people to prevent possible unrest.

Key Points: Sindh Imposes Month-Long Ban on Protests Citing Security Threats

  • Sindh bans all gatherings of more than five people across entire province
  • Ban effective from October 12 to November 12 for one month duration
  • Decision follows police request citing potential public safety threats
  • Similar Section 144 restrictions imposed in Punjab and Gilgit Baltistan
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Sindh imposes province-wide ban on protests, rallies for 1 month, citing security concerns

Sindh government bans all protests and rallies for one month under Section 144 across province citing security concerns and public safety threats

"to maintain a law and order situation and prevent miscreants from assembling in a manner prejudicial to public safety - Sindh Home Department Notification"

Sindh, October 12

The Sindh government has imposed a month-long ban on protests, rallies, sit-ins, and public gatherings across the province under Section 144, citing security threats and the need to maintain public order, Geo News reported.

A notification issued by the Sindh Home Department on Sunday confirmed that the ban will remain in effect from October 12 to November 12.

The decision was made following a request from the Sindh Inspector General of Police, who raised concerns over potential threats to public safety, as per Geo News.

According to the notification, all assemblies of more than five people have been prohibited throughout the province. The measure, it stated, is aimed at " to maintain a law and order situation and prevent miscreants from assembling in a manner prejudicial to public safety in the province."

This move comes just days after Section 144 was also enforced in Rawalpindi, ahead of the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan's (TLP) Aqsa Million March. In that instance, the Punjab Home Department imposed a 14-day ban on public gatherings, sit-ins, and processions to preempt any possible unrest.

Authorities in Punjab said the step was based on credible intelligence reports that warned of an increased risk of coordinated attacks targeting public gatherings, government facilities, and law enforcement personnel, according to Geo News.

With both Sindh and Punjab now restricting public assemblies under Section 144, officials say the goal is to prevent potential disruptions and protect citizens amid growing security concerns.

Meanwhile, in a parallel development, section 144 has been imposed in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan (GB) for one month, ARY News reported.

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Gilgit Baltistan on Sunday issued a notification of the section 144 imposition in the area, which bans public meetings and rallies.

Show of arms, aerial firing and pillion riding have also been banned, as per ARY News. However, women, children and elders would be exempted from the pillion riding.

According to the DC, the Section 144 would be applicable immediately.

Earlier in the day, two firing incidents happened in the Gilgit Baltistan region, including fires over the Chief Court's Justice Malik Enayat ur Rehman's car, according to reports, as per ARY News.

- ANI

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Priya S
Security concerns are valid, but a complete ban on gatherings of more than 5 people? That's too restrictive. Even during COVID, we in India had more reasonable limits. Hope they find a balance between security and democratic rights.
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Arjun K
Given the recent firing incidents mentioned in the article, maybe this temporary measure is necessary. In India, we've also used Section 144 during sensitive times. Safety first, but hope it's not extended unnecessarily. 🙏
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Sarah B
Interesting to see this happening across multiple provinces simultaneously. The coordinated approach suggests serious security threats. Hope the citizens understand the temporary nature of these restrictions.
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Vikram M
The exemption for women, children, and elders from pillion riding ban shows some consideration. But banning assemblies of more than 5 people? That's practically banning family gatherings too! Too harsh implementation. 😕
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Michael C
As someone who has lived in both India and Pakistan, I can say these security measures are sometimes necessary in volatile regions. Hope the situation improves soon and normal democratic processes can resume.

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