The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has prohibited the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) from holding its “do-or-die” protest in Islamabad, citing violations of the peaceful assembly law.
Chief Justice Aamer Farooq ruled on this following a petition by Advocate Rizwan Abbasi, representing the president of a trader association. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi attended after a court summons.
In the ruling, Chief Justice Farooq recognized the disruptions caused by political protests in Islamabad. He stressed the need to balance these activities with citizens’ rights to livelihood and movement.
The court noted that while public assemblies can be restricted, these limitations must serve the public interest.
Last month, the IHC designated an area for PTI’s demonstration to prevent protests that disrupt city peace during the SCO summit.
Justice Farooq emphasized the Ministry of Interior and the Islamabad administration’s responsibilities to maintain order and enforce the law. He called for fair and reasonable restrictions.
He instructed that a committee, led ideally by the Minister for Interior, be formed to negotiate with PTI leaders, especially given the Belarus president’s upcoming visit.
The court learned that while some contact with PTI has occurred, no formal discussions have occurred. Should talks fail, the authorities must ensure order, minimize disruption to citizens, and uphold the rally law.
Justice Farooq hoped PTI leaders would seriously consider these issues and engage with the committee.
#Traders appeal to #IHC to stop #PTI's protest in #Islamabad!
Islamabad High Court issues order, prohibiting PTI's illegal protest.
The court also ordered that #PTI's right to peaceful assembly must comply with law and order.#SamaaTV pic.twitter.com/amRjsGe8od
— SAMAA TV (@SAMAATV) November 22, 2024The IHC has asked for a report from the authorities before the next hearing on November 27.
As PTI readies for its protest, the government plans to seal parts of Islamabad. This is in response to Imran Khan’s call for a national protest against alleged election fraud, party worker arrests, and the passage of the 26th Amendment.
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