The Punjab government has prolonged the enforcement of Section 144 across the Province for one more week. According to the announcement, the ban will maintain on demonstrations, marches, gathering, sit-ins, and rallies till November 15, the private media channel reported.
The circular issued by the Punjab government confirms that the gathering of four or more people in public places, as well as carrying weapons and the use of loudspeakers, is prohibited according to Section 144 for the next seven days.
A spokesperson from the Home Department said that the decision was made to ensure public safety and protect the property of the citizens. As per the notification, the extension of section 144 is due to potential terrorism threats.
The Home Department also clarified that there are no restrictions on wedding ceremonies, funerals, official government duties, or court proceedings. The loudspeakers can be used in mosques only for the call to prayer (Azan) and Friday sermons.
The Home Department has instructed official authorities to spread the notification for public awareness about the ban on public gathering until November 15.
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Earlier, the provincial government issued a notification stating that Section 144 will be implemented till Saturday, November 8, 2025.
An official from the Punjab government stated that the ban on all kinds of protests, marches, processions, sit-ins, public gatherings, and related activities will stay enforced.
Under Section 144, public gathering of four or more people in public areas is completely banned.
According to the circular issued by the government, showing weapons and the use of loudspeakers is strictly prohibited. However, the use of loudspeakers is allowed only for Azan and Jummah sermons.
Printing or circulating any proactive, hateful, or sectarian material is also banned under the directive issued by the government.
