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Last updated: May 10, 2023, 5:26 PM IST
A man walks past a burning prison truck which was set on fire by angry supporters of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan during a protest against the arrest of their leader in Karachi on May 9 (Photo: AP)
Violence erupted in Pakistan on Tuesday night after Imran Khan was taken into custody by the Rangers paramilitary group on the orders of the NAB from the Islamabad High Court premises where he had come to attend a hearing in a corruption case.
Senior government sources said that India is closely monitoring developments in Pakistan, where several cities witnessed violent protests over the arrest of former Prime Minister Imran Khan in a corruption case. CNN News 18 Wednesday. Expressing concern, they added that the “fragile situation” in the neighboring country would allow cadres of terrorist groups Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed to take over.
The situation in Pakistan is tense and we are watching developments closely. Allowing the public to riot so easily is a matter of concern especially in a Corps Commander’s home. Pakistan has caves of Lashkar-e-Taiba and army cadres in southern Punjab. The sources added, “This fragile situation will allow them to assume responsibility, because they are equipped with weapons.”
The Indian border is now heavily guarded and under control, the sources said, “Pakistan is creating problems outside the borders and now this situation at home will affect regional security.”
Violence erupted in Pakistan on Tuesday night after the cricketer-turned-politician was detained by the Rangers paramilitary group on orders from the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) from the Islamabad High Court premises where he had come to attend a corruption case. he heard.
Earlier in the day, Pakistan Army troops were deployed in Punjab to maintain law and order in the most populous province. “The exact number of troops/assets and the date and area of deployment will be determined by the provincial government in consultation with Army Headquarters, according to a notification issued by the federal government.
The ministry said the army will work hand in hand with the district administration to restore law, order and peace.
On the other hand, Punjab Police said 945 people have been arrested from across the province for disturbing the peace and indulging in violence.
A Punjab police spokesman said more than 25 vehicles belonging to police and government agencies were destroyed and burned. He said that the protesters attacked more than 14 government buildings and looted and caused severe damage to government property.
(with input from PTI)
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