The National Security Committee (NSC), led by Prime Minister Shehbaz, is convening today to address critical security concerns and the escalating political tensions between the government and opposition parties, primarily the PTI.
The committee, which serves as the primary decision-making body for national security matters, is currently in session with the attendance of high-ranking civil and military officials.
During the meeting, the government is expected to request a briefing on potential security threats from militants if elections in Punjab proceed on May 14, as mandated by the Supreme Court.
The previous month, the Pakistan Army informed the Election Commission of Pakistan that its troops would be unavailable for election-related duties due to the ongoing security situation within and along its borders.
According to a Dawn report, a source stated that the military authorities had provided the government with an extensive briefing, revealing that terrorist groups had reassembled in tribal districts along the Afghanistan border, creating an unfavorable environment for election campaigns.
Another source suggested that the possibility of declaring an emergency in the country might be discussed during the meeting.
Under Article 232 of the Constitution, which pertains to the proclamation of an emergency due to war or internal disturbances, an emergency can be declared for a maximum of one year. After that, however, a parliamentary resolution is required to enact the emergency.
