D.I. Khan, Pakistan — Section 144 has been imposed across Dera Ismail Khan on March 9, 2026, to maintain law and order amid heightened security concerns in the district. The district administration has restricted the movement of passenger vehicles, cargo transport, and motorcycles from 6am to 6pm on several key roads, including Dera-Tank Road from Tariq Shaheed to Bhugowal, Kulachi-Hathala Road, Kot Attal Road, and Garah Abdullah Road. Multiple link roads and Pota Hathala Bazaar have also been closed during these hours.
Emergency services, ambulances, and law enforcement vehicles remain exempt, while citizens have been advised to carry identification documents and cooperate with security personnel. The measures follow earlier restrictions imposed on February 28 and come in the backdrop of ongoing regional tensions linked to Operation Ghazab lil-Haq.
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Key Highlights
- Section 144 enforced in Dera Ismail Khan from 6am to 6pm to ensure public safety.
- Major roads including Dera-Tank, Kulachi-Hathala, Kot Attal and Garah Abdullah closed to traffic.
- Pota Hathala Bazaar and several link roads also restricted during the period.
- Emergency services and law enforcement fully exempt from restrictions.
- Citizens urged to carry ID cards and follow security instructions.
The decision reflects the administration’s proactive approach to safeguarding lives and property at a time when external threats continue to test border regions. By imposing targeted restrictions rather than a blanket curfew, authorities are balancing security needs with the daily requirements of residents.
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Deputy Commissioner Abdul Nasir Khan stated that these steps are essential to prevent any untoward incident and maintain peace in the district.
Pakistan’s security forces and civil administration continue to work in close coordination to protect citizens while conducting necessary operations against terrorism. The people of Dera Ismail Khan have shown remarkable patience and cooperation in the past, and the latest measures aim to ensure the same calm and stability return quickly to the area. Normal life is expected to resume as soon as the security situation improves.
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