Islamabad Administration Warns Against Public Gatherings

ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad district administration has imposed restrictions on public gatherings and assemblies in the federal capital under Section 144, warning that violations will result in legal action.
The administration has clarified that gatherings of any kind will not be permitted while the restrictions remain in force. Citizens have been directed to comply with the official orders and avoid activities that violate the applicable laws.
According to the district administration, restrictions on gatherings are also being enforced under the Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Act, 2024.
Officials have warned that violations of the law could carry a prison sentence of up to three years, as stated in the administration’s announcement.
The administration has urged residents not to participate in unauthorised gatherings or other activities prohibited under the current restrictions. It has also called on citizens to cooperate with security agencies and respect the measures in place across the capital.
Authorities said legal action would be taken against individuals found violating the restrictions in accordance with the law.
The announcement did not specify in the provided report how long the restrictions would remain in effect.