After the violence in the Muridke district of Lahore, where police allegedly fired at a religious party leader injuring him and supposedly killing him, there were demonstrations all over Pakistan, with Karachi seeing most of the unrest and road blocks. The police forces are under high alert in the city.
Karachi Protest Today: Roads Blocked, Internet Disruptions Reported
As reported by police authorities, there were strong demonstrations and road blocks in several areas of Karachi, including Power House, Anda Mor and Sindhi Hotel in New Karachi. The Karachi protest today brought about serious traffic jam as the services of the internet were partially blocked in various regions. Heavy police forces have been sent to control the situation in Karachi with aerial firing and tear gas being used to clear violent protesting crowds that have been engaged in stone-pelting and arson.
Karachi Situation Update: Security Red Alert Across the City
Police and Rangers have been stationed in major roads and intersections in response to the protest that is currently taking place in Karachi. The current situation in Karachi even led to the closure of Red Zone by placing containers and declaring a red security alert in the city. More SRP police troops were summoned at the headquarters to help in controlling the Karachi protest and restoring traffic.
DIG Irfan Ali Baloch confirmed that the situation around Sindhi Hotel and Four K Chowrangi has been brought under control, and traffic has resumed. Ten individuals involved in vandalism and arson during the protests in Karachi have been taken into custody.
Protest in Karachi: Religious Group Announces Sit-Ins at Five Locations
The religious group has announced sit-ins at five major locations through social media: Al-Asif Square (Super Highway), Star Gate (Shahrah-e-Faisal), Five Star Chowrangi (North Nazimabad), Tower (Kharadar), and Numaish Chowrangi (Mazar-e-Quaid). According to the latest Karachi news update, there are also reports of attempts to close commercial markets in various parts of the city amid the ongoing Karachi protest.
Police officials said that all district SSPs have been directed to take immediate action against any roadblocks, protests, or rallies. The joint operation between police and Rangers continues under a coordinated strategy to maintain order.
According to a police spokesperson, it is the priority to provide peace and security, and citizens should not be spreading rumors but should continue their daily routine.
It has been advised that the commuters ensure that they are aware of the latest Karachi news and are aware of traffic alerts before they go out. As some of the most important routes continue to be monitored, the police force is based in various areas of Karachi to act on any arising cases.
