Maps
Magazine

MILITARY

Karachi Traffic Paralyzed by Ongoing Sit-Ins: Protesters Demand Justice for Parachinar Killings
Karachi's roads remain blocked as sit-ins continue across the city, demanding justice for Parachinar. Protesters vow to persist until their demands are met, despite negotiations with authorities.
ND
by News Desk
2024-12-30
Karachi Traffic Paralyzed by Ongoing Sit-Ins: Protesters Demand Justice for Parachinar Killings

Karachi, Pakistan – Major roads across Karachi remain blocked as week-long sit-ins continue, with protesters demanding justice for the Parachinar killings and the reopening of a crucial road in Parachinar that has been closed for 90 days. The closure has severely impacted the delivery of essential food and medical supplies.

The protests, organized by the Majlis Wahdat-i-Muslimeen (MWM), have brought traffic to a standstill in 13 key areas of Karachi, including MA Jinnah Road, Kamran Chowrangi, and Sharea Pakistan. Traffic police have rerouted vehicles, but commuters continue to face significant delays and inconveniences.

In a press conference at the Garden police headquarters, Karachi’s police chief assured the public that efforts were underway to clear the roads by Maghrib. "We aim to provide relief to citizens who have endured hardships over the past three days," said AIGP Javed Odho. He warned of legal action if protesters resisted.

However, MWM spokesperson Syed Ali Ahmed Zaidi stated that the sit-ins would persist until all demands were fulfilled. To alleviate public frustration, MWM has agreed to block only one track of roads during protests.

Meanwhile, Sunni Ulema Council leader Allama Mohammed Ahmed Ludhianvi issued an ultimatum, threatening to initiate sit-ins at 60 locations if the current demonstrations were not resolved within 24 hours.

As the Sindh government grapples with growing tensions, MWM leader Mubashir Hassan warned authorities against taking action against protesters. “The Sindh government should stop conspiring against the sit-in protest for Parachinar,” he stated.

With no resolution in sight, Karachi’s traffic woes continue to deepen, leaving citizens stranded and frustrated.
Tagged:

KarachiTraffic

ParachinarProtests

MWMProtests
Share News: