The government has suspended mobile network services in Islamabad and Rawalpindi ahead of the protest announced by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).
The restrictions have been imposed across the federal capital and its twin city in response to the demonstration called by the Opposition party. With Section 144 and the Peaceful Assembly Act enforced, all public gatherings and processions have been suspended.
The PTI protest is expected to take place at D-Chowk in Islamabad, despite calls from several government and opposition leaders to postpone the demonstration. The authorities have blocked major roads with shipping containers and called in security personnel to contain the protestors.
Digital Rights Monitor (DRM) reached out to several individuals based in Islamabad, who confirmed the unavailability of mobile network in addition to internet connectivity issues. Metro bus services in both Islamabad and Rawalpindi have been suspended as well.
The suspension of phone services and cellular internet has caused widespread disruption and inconvenience to the people.
The federal capital remains on high alert.
This is a developing story and will be updated as details come in
