In view of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) announced long march towards Islamabad on September 27, the Punjab government has requested restrictions on mobile and internet services in various areas of Rawalpindi and Attock.
In a communication sent to the Federal Ministry of Interior, the Punjab Home Department requested the jamming of 2G, 3G, and 4G mobile networks at specific locations in Rawalpindi, and a downgrade of mobile and internet services across all areas of Attock.
According to the communication, this measure was proposed at the request of the Central Police Office, Punjab, in anticipation of potential law and order situations. The timing and duration of the service jamming at specific locations in Rawalpindi City will be announced later.
Sources indicate that mobile and internet services are likely to be affected from 9:00 AM on September 27 in areas including Brahma Bahatar, Ganju, Ahata, Taxila City, Wah Cantt Saddar, Thalian, and Chakri, while a downgrade of services has been requested for the entire Attock district.
However, according to available reports, this measure is subject to federal approval; therefore, details regarding final implementation and duration will become clear only after the relevant authorities grant their approval.
Meanwhile, security arrangements are also being tightened in Rawalpindi, Attock, and other districts in light of the September 27 protest. The Punjab government has also requested the federal government to deploy Rangers in Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, and Mianwali. Security arrangements are being put in place on key routes leading to Islamabad, while reports indicate that shipping containers are being moved to major entry points and bridges in Attock.
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced a long march towards Islamabad for September 27; in view of this, various security and traffic-related measures are being implemented in the federal capital and its adjoining areas.
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