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No one can stand before the state: Chief Justice IHC

Islamabad: (Staff Reporter) Chief Justice Islamabad High Court (CJ IHC) Aamer Farooq remarked that no one can stand before the state. Chief Justice IHC Aamer Farooq heard the petition filed by businessmen against the expected sit-in of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI).

According to the source, during the hearing Chief Justice IHC stated that the Supreme Court and Islamabad High Court had given verdict regarding the PTI sit-in, adding that placing containers is not a solution to the problem and the administration should adopt an innovative approach. He remarked that even if something happens in Rawalpindi, those coming to Islamabad may face problems.

Later, IHC warped up the plea of the businessmen after the petition was withdrawn by the PTI. IHC also heard PTI’s plea seeking permission to hold a sit-in and rally, in which the lawyer requested to withdraw the petition, which was accepted by Chief Justice Aamer Farooq.

Furthermore it is pertinent to mention here that the district administration of Rawalpindi and law enforcing institutions have suggested to change the venue of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf PTI sit-in.

As per details, PTI wants to stage a sit-in near Faizabad, Rawalpindi administration and law enforcement agencies have proposed to bring the venue of PTI’s sit-in to Allama Iqbal Park. PTI Rawalpindi leaders sought more time to consult on the change of venue.

Meanwhile, security of sensitive buildings and Pakistan-England cricket series are likely to be affected due to PTI’s sit-in in Rawalpindi on November 26. Team England will reach Islamabad on November 26.

The sources also revealed that PTI Chairman Imran Khan will arrive in Rawalpindi by helicopter; security arrangements from helicopter to stage are also being reviewed. There are also very important installations near Faizabad in Rawalpindi; the Rawalpindi administration informed the PTI leaders of all the concerns.

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