KARACHI: Sindh Solid Waste Management Board (SSWMB) on Wednesday mobilized various teams to carry out cleaning operations on the track from the Awami Markaz to FTC on Shahrah-e-Faisal, ARY News reported.
The SSWMB teams are working to carry out clearing operations on Shahrah-e-Faisal, removing stones and trees barriers that are being used by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protestors to block the track following the protest call after party chief Imran Khan’s arrest.
Moreover, large numbers of vehicle’s broken glass is present in on the road that may pose a hazard to motorists.
Despite the critical political position in the country, the situation in Karachi is now under control, while efforts are underway to ensure smooth flow of traffic on both tracks of Shahrah-e-Faisal.
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However, the closure of the People’s Bus Service has disrupted the daily routine of some commuters, who now have to rely on alternative transportation options.
Protests erupt in several cities
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced protests across the country following the arrest of former prime minister Imran Khan.
The appeal was made from the official Twitter handle of the PTI.
THEY HAVE BADLY PUSHED INJURED IMRAN KHAN. PAKISTAN’S PEOPLE, THIS IS THE TIME TO SAVE YOUR COUNTRY. YOU WON’T GET ANY OTHER OPPORTUNITY. PIC.TWITTER.COM/GLO5CMVKSD
— PTI (@PTIOFFICIAL) MAY 9, 2023
Hundreds of PTI workers took to the streets in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Quetta, Multan and other cities to record their protest against the arrest of former premier.
Police have arrested several PTI workers in Islamabad who have blocked the Kashmir highway.
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In Karachi, both lanes of the Sharea Faisal were blocked after PTI MNAs and MPAs blocked the roads.
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