Posted 1/27/2024, 10:31:22 AM
Baloch activist decries Quetta protest ban, clashes with officials over Section 144 imposition
- Activist Dr Mahrang Baloch criticizes imposition of Section 144 in Quetta, says it infringes on right to peaceful protest
- Participants of month-long Turbat protest march arrived in Quetta, planned rally to advocate against disappearances and extrajudicial killings
- Provincial government imposed Section 144 banning gatherings for 10 days after foiling terrorist attack planned in Quetta
- Caretaker minister says Section 144 for public safety, required no-objection certificate for gatherings
- Dr Baloch says Section 144 an attempt to disrupt peaceful protest, warns officials will be held accountable if harm comes to protesters