03 Mar 2022 | 12:18 PM UTC
Pakistan: Political party plans protest in Faisalabad, Punjab Province, March 5
Jamaat-e-Islami party plans protest at District Council in Faisalabad, Pakistan, 10:00 March 5. Increased security likely; clashes possible.
Event
The Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) party has called for a protest at the District Council in Faisalabad, Punjab Province, 10:00 March 5. The event is in solidarity with an ongoing series of sit-ins planned across the country to denounce the federal government for failing to control inflation and allegedly introducing detrimental economic policies to fulfill IMF loan terms. Hundreds of people will likely attend the protest.
Authorities will likely maintain heightened security near the protest site and may try to disperse the gathering if it is disruptive. Clashes between protesters and police are possible. The protest and security response may prompt localized transport disruptions.
Advice
Avoid the protest due to possible violence. If clashes break out, leave the area immediately. Follow all security personnel instructions. Allow additional travel time near protests.
