ARY News reported on Wednesday that the federal government has sealed the red zone ahead of possible protests by the Pakistan Kisan Ittehad (PKI).
According to the details, all the roads leading to the red zone except Margalla Road have been sealed. Ayub Chowk, Express Chowk and Nadra Chowk are closed, traffic said, adding that one lane is open from Serena Chowk to enter the red zone.
Police say that no one will be allowed to enter the red zone. The authorities have been ordered to take strict action against those who try to enter the red zone.
The government has ordered the deployment of anti-riot forces to ensure security in the red zone.
The protesting farmers have expressed regret over the government’s decision to charge electricity at Rs 36 per unit and have demanded a reduction in electricity rates.
The protesters have also demanded subsidy on fertilizer and diesel and removal of tax on agricultural machinery and tractors.
Farmers entered Islamabad on September 20, affecting the traffic system of the federal capital. Traffic jams were witnessed on Srinagar Highway, G-9, G-10 and Ninth Avenue.
