Govt decides to deploy Rangers in Islamabad ahead of PTI protest
Pakistan
Rangers and FC will operate under the Anti-Terrorism Act and assist federal police in maintaining
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – The government has decided to deploy Rangers and FC in Islamabad ahead of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s protest on Nov 24.
The Interior Ministry has issued a notification approving the deployment, following a request from the chief commissioner.
As per the notification, the Rangers and FC will operate under the Anti-Terrorism Act and assist federal police in maintaining law and order.
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The decision comes in response to PTI’s call for a protest in the capital with authorities taking preemptive measures to ensure public safety and prevent any untoward incidents.