Police have arrested more than 50 people following unrest in Bara, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). Authorities have also registered four cases under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA).
Police said more raids would be carried out tonight to arrest all those involved in the incident. The police have taken over, and everything is under control now.
What happened in Bara?
Gunfire was reported in Bara as tensions rose following the imposition of governor’s rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).
According to reports, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers allegedly opened fire in the area. Some workers were also reportedly carrying firearms.
The situation became more tense after workers allegedly burned a police uniform. The incident raised concerns about law and order in the area.
What action did the police take?
Police launched a crackdown against those suspected of being involved in the unrest. Officials later said the situation in Bara was under control.
Earlier reports said police had arrested 42 people in the area. Of these, 25 were identified as Afghan nationals.
Police have now reported more than 50 arrests and registered four cases under the ATA. Further raids are planned to arrest the remaining suspects.
Authorities have not shared complete details about the incident or confirmed whether anyone was injured.
“Whose agenda does PTI want to serve?”
Federal Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal said that Pakistan needs peace, stability, development and economic recovery.
He questioned those marching towards Islamabad and asked them to think about whose agenda they were serving.
Speaking at an event in his home constituency of Narowal, Ahsan Iqbal said ending terrorism was a national duty. He said Pakistan was facing a difficult situation but needed peace and stability to move forward.
