The Punjab police have finalized a security plan to welcome the long march of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf which is likely to enter the Rawalpindi zone by Saturday.
According to the details, the security plan finalized for Imran Khan after the gun attack in Wazirabad, more than 10,000 policemen will be deployed for security.
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Snipers will be deployed at the buildings on the route of the long march convoy, while the long march will be monitored through CCTV and drone cameras.
At least 15 sections (each consisting of five fully armed commandos, one vehicle, and a driver), of elite force and 122 commandos will also be deployed while more than 1,500 personnel, consisting of 75 reserves of police, will be on standby to deal with any emergency situation.
In the case of Imran Khan’s participation in the march, he will be provided with “a box security cover in the style of the security of former prime ministers”.
Moreover, special security teams will surround the container of former prime minister Imran Khan during the long march in Rawalpindi.
Punjab Home Minister Omar Sarfraz Cheema said that intelligence reports confirmed serious threats to Imran Khan’s life and the Punjab government is providing foolproof security to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief
While talking to Private Media Channel Punjab Home Minister Omar Sarfraz Cheema said that the authorities received intelligence reports prior to the gun attack on Imran Khan in Wazirabad. He added that threats to Imran Khan’s life have increased and foolproof security is being provided.
“Imran Khan will be given maximum security to Imran Khan over participation in the Haqeeqi Azadi March. There were two shooters involved in the Wazirabad gun attack in accordance with the report.”
The Punjab home minister alleged that the ruling Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PML-N) was spreading religious hatred and running a campaign. He added that the conspiracy to paint the Wazirabad gun attack as religious extremism was already exposed.