Javed Alam Odho’s Statement on Clearing Roads Before Maghrib Prayers
It is our endeavour to clear all thoroughfares by tonight, said AIGP Javed Alam Odho. The police chief clarified that his statement was not directed at ending the protests but ensuring traffic flow during sit-ins. He emphasized providing relief to citizens who have suffered over three days of unrest.
Sit-In Locations and Police Measures for Clearing Roads by Maghrib Time
The AIGP assured that roads including MA Jinnah Road, Kamran Chowrangi in Gulistan-i-Jauhar, among others would be cleared before Maghrib time. The police chief indicated a firm stance against resistance to their actions for maintaining law and order as per the instructions given by authorities.
AIGP’s Engagement with Protest Leaders About Ending Sit-Ins
Amidst talks on Sunday night, Odho shared that he along with Karachi commissioner held discussions aimed at ending sit-ins after receiving an agreement from protest leaders to discontinue their demonstrations. He clarified the misconception regarding a ceasefire and reiterated clear intent for action against resistance as per law if needed.
Status of Sit-Ins in Karachi Post Talks with Protest Leaders
Post talks, several sit-ins including one on Sharea Faisal near Star Gate were brought to an end today according to Odho’s press conference at Garden police headquarters. However, the MWM spokesp0erson indicated that protests would continue until their demands are met and clarified they will block only a single track of roads for traffic flow while maintaining another as open pathway.
Ongoing Sit-In in Parachinar Affecting Karachi Protests According to MWM Leader
Muhammed Ahmed Ludhianvi declared that sit-ins would continue across various locations including the main Sharea Faisal near Malir and at other parts of Karachi if their demands are not met. He threatened potential consequences for any actions against protesters in Parachinar, urging authorities to stop conspiring against them while highlighting his willingness to escalate sit-ins throughout Karachi as a standpoint on the situation’s severity and impact across cities due to unresolved issues related to terrorism.
Sunni Ulema Council Leader’s Warning for Protests If Sit-In Not Brought To An End 24 Hours Later
Allama Mohammed Ahmed Ludhianvi, the leader of ASWJ and Sunni Ulema Council warned that he would initiate sit-ins at over 60 locations/roads in Karachi if protests aren’t resolved within a day.* He highlighted his commitment to disrupting traffic flow as part of their demands, emphasizing the urgency and necessity for immediate action given prolonged unrest impact on society and economy.
