PTI finalizes strategy for 24 November final call protest today

Islamabad (Dawn news – 24 November 2024)

The political situation in Pakistan is intensifying as PTI finalizes its strategy for a major protest in Islamabad today.

According to Daily Jang reports, the strategy for the demonstration has been finalized during a meeting at the Chief Minister’s House in Peshawar, attended by key leaders.

Key Developments for the protest:

1. PTI Protest Strategy:

Workers, leaders, MNAs, and MPAs of the party have been instructed to reach Islamabad separately to avoid detection and disruption. The directive also includes carrying essential items like wireless devices for coordination.

2. Chief Minister’s Role in the Protest:

Ali Amin Gandapur, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, confirmed to Geo News Tv that he would personally lead the convoys heading to Islamabad. He reiterated that the protest would continue until Imran Khan is released and their demands are met.

3. PTI Protest Objectives:

• Release of Imran Khan.
• Acceptance of other unspecified demands.

4. Government’s Response on PTI protest final call:

In response to the planned protest:

• Federal authorities have sealed entry and exit routes to Islamabad.
• Containers have been placed at strategic locations, including D-Chowk, to prevent access.
• Heavy contingents of Rangers, police, and FC have been deployed to maintain order.
• Raids and arrests of political workers are reportedly underway to disrupt the protest plans.

This protest marks a significant escalation in the ongoing political crisis, with both sides—protestors and the government—firm on their stances. The situation in Islamabad is expected to remain tense throughout the day.