RAWALPINDI: Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) chief Saad Hussain Rizvi, along with 200 others has been booked under terrorism charges at police stations in Rawat, Taxila, and Muridke for carrying out violent protests.
As per details, the First Information Reports (FIRs) filed against the TLP head on the charges pertaining to terrorism and attempted murder.
According to the FIRs, violent protesters clashed with police and attacked them with firearms, which resulted in the death of SHO Inspector Shahzad Jhumat by a gunshot, and injuring several other officers.
In Rawat, the case was registered under charges of terrorism, attempted murder, robbery, and incitement to violence. Saad Rizvi, along with 21 TLP leaders and workers, was named in the FIR, while 35 unidentified individuals were also included.
The FIR stated that the protesters were armed with firearms, petrol bombs, and spiked sticks, and opened fire on police. The attackers also seized 150 tear gas shells and tore the uniforms of the officers. Additionally, the protesters blocked the main road, stole ammunition, and damaged police vehicles.
Police recovered 10 spiked sticks, 4 petrol bombs, TLP flags, stones, and spent bullet shells from the scene.
In Muridke, a separate case was registered following the death of Inspector Shahzad Jhumat and the injuries of several officers. The FIR, filed at the City Police Station, named TLP leaders and dozens of workers. The case includes 33 sections, including terrorism charges.
In Lahore, another case was registered against the TLP chief, his brother and 500 others for allegedly stealing a bus worth Rs 30 million.
The case registered in Lahore Bhati Gate police station on the complaint of the bus driver stating that protesters attacked the bus with sticks and guns.
On the other hand, public transport, including the metro bus services, resumed in Lahore and Rawalpindi on Tuesday after a four-day suspension that had caused major inconvenience to commuters.
The service had been halted on October 9 due to security concerns following a protest call by Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP).
ORANGE LINE TRAIN SERVICE RESUMES IN LAHORE
The Orange Line Metro Train in Lahore also resumed operations on Tuesday after a five-day suspension. The Punjab Mass Transit Authority (PMTA) said the closure was a precautionary step amid security alerts and traffic disruptions caused by road closures in several key areas.
Officials confirmed that services are now running on the entire route, providing much-needed relief to commuters.
LAHORE METRO BUS SERVICE REOPENS
Along with the Orange Line, the Lahore Metro Bus Service has also been fully restored after a four-day suspension. Operations were halted earlier due to administrative restrictions and road blockages linked to security advisories.
The PMTA said both services were reinstated after a detailed review of security and traffic conditions, ensuring safe and smooth travel for passengers.
PARTIAL OPERATIONS IN ISLAMABAD
In Islamabad, the Metro Bus Service has been partially restored. Officials said buses are now operating between Saddar Station and Kashmir Highway, marking the first phase of reopening. However, the section between Faiz Ahmad Faiz Station and Pak Secretariat remains closed due to containers and security blockades around D-Chowk.
Authorities said full operations would resume once all routes are cleared. Meanwhile, the Blue, Green, and Red Line Metro Bus Services in Islamabad have also restarted, while electric bus routes are running on a limited scale. Restrictions persist near the Red Zone.
