PTI crackdown in Rawalpindi: 55 workers detained ahead of September 27 March

A crackdown against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers is continuing in Rawalpindi with police detaining 55 party workers so far according to police sources.

RAWALPINDI: A crackdown against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers is continuing in Rawalpindi with police detaining 55 party workers so far according to police sources.

The action comes after PTI announced a long march for September 27 prompting Rawalpindi police to intensify operations against the party’s workers across the district.

According to reports, police have carried out targeted operations in different areas of Rawalpindi as part of the ongoing PTI crackdown in Rawalpindi. A total of 55 PTI workers have reportedly been taken into police custody so far.

Police sources said the crackdown is expected to intensify further on Tuesday, with additional lists of active PTI workers reportedly prepared for possible arrests.

The sources said law enforcement agencies have identified workers considered active within the party and that further targeted actions could be carried out across the district.

The latest developments come ahead of PTI’s announced September 27 long march which has become a major point of political tension. The party has maintained that its planned protest will be peaceful and has called on its supporters to participate.

The police action against PTI workers has also raised concerns within the party with PTI leaders previously alleging that workers were being targeted ahead of the planned protest.

Authorities, however, have continued their actions as preparations for the September 27 event gather pace.

The situation in Rawalpindi remains closely watched as both the PTI and law enforcement authorities prepare for the coming days. Further arrests could take place if police proceed with the additional lists of workers, according to the sources.

The latest crackdown adds to growing political tensions in the city ahead of the PTI’s announced long march. Party supporters and leaders are expected to closely monitor developments as the September 27 date approaches.

Police sources said operations against active PTI workers would continue while further details regarding those detained and the legal grounds for their detention were not immediately available.

The developments are likely to remain a major political issue in Rawalpindi as the PTI continues preparations for its September 27 protest and authorities maintain heightened security measures across the district.