Pakistan set to suspend Mobile, Internet services ahead of PTI protests

The Pakistani government is set to temporarily suspend mobile phone service as the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party confirmed its plans to go ahead with an expected protest on November 24, despite dire warnings. To deal with the protesters, the federal government has taken strict security measures. This includes possible suspension of mobile service across the country from Saturday evening. Government to law enforcement agenciesPTI supporters have been strictly instructed to refrain from this. Entered the capital Islamabad, where protests are expected. Police vehicles have been dispatched to the capital, and detailed plans are in place to arrest and detain protesters if necessary. The government is preparing for a clash, as a PTI march has led to violent clashes between party supporters and police officials.. The PTI protests also raised concerns. This is on the occasion of the visit of the President of Belarus who is scheduled to visit Pakistan on November 25. To ensure security during the visit, the government has implemented the section. 144, while 8,000 additional police officers have been requested for two months in Islamabad. The Punjab government has also imposed Section 144 across the province from November 23 to 25. More than 10,700 police personnel are on standby to ensure public safety.. The PTI’s decision to go ahead with the protest came after a breakdown in talks with the government, particularly over Imran Khan’s demand for release by Friday, which the government rejected.