Pakistan: TLP protests called off in Punjab province April 13

Event

Early on Friday, April 13, the Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) political party called off an ongoing protest movement taking place in Lahore and other cities in Punjab province. The decision came following a long round of negotiations with the Punjab government. Major disruptions were reported in Lahore, the capital of Punjab, on April 12 after a TLP leader ordered workers to take to the streets until the party's demands were met. The city's major roads and highways where blocked; smaller protests were held in Sialkot, Sahiwal, Gujranwala, Multan, and Faisalabad.

Context

The TLP has been holding protests at Lahore's Data Darbar since April 2, demanding the government fulfill various demands. The protest escalated on April 12.

Advice

As a precautionary measure, individuals present in Punjab are advised to stay away from all protests and rallies and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.