March towards Islamabad cannot be permitted: Ch Nisar
He said it is government's responsibility to escort Tahirul Qadri to Lahore safely.
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Federal Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan said on Sunday that the government will not permit anyone to march towards Islamabad in the name of rallies or sit-ins, Dunya News reported.
In a statement issued by Interior Ministry, Nisar said that everyone is allowed to hold political gatherings but the law will be active against those who are determined to topple the government through undemocratic means.
He said what objection the government could have over Pakistan Awami Tehreek (PAT) chief Tahirul Qadri’s arrival in Lahore, adding that he can’t comprehend Qadri’s purpose to land in Islamabad instead.
Earlier, Interior Ministry imposed Section 144 at Benazir International Airport and its surrounding area ahead of the arrival of Tahirul Qadri.
According to police sources, entry into the airport premises carrying banners and placards would not be allowed while those coming towards airport would be arrested.
The sources added that more than 6000 policemen would be deployed to stop the Awami Tehreek workers from going to airport.
According to police, all these measures were adopted due to security threats.
Earlier on Saturday, Federal Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan imposed ban on holding any kind of rally or public gatherings in the federal capital, while ordering additional security on sensitive areas in the twin cities.
