Protestors force closure of several markets in Rawalpindi

RAWALPINDI: Protestors shut several markets here on Monday after lifting of the curfew that was imposed as a result of clashes during an Asuhra procession in the city.

Protestors demonstrated against the Rawalpindi tragedy and forced the closure of shops in Raja Bazaar, Bara Market, Sabzi Mandi, Urdu Bazaar and other markets of the city.

Earlier on Monday, authorities lifted the curfew which was imposed in the city on Friday. The city administration said that section 144 would remain imposed in the city, while the army would remain on standby.

At least ten people were killed following clashes during the Ashura procession in the city. According to Punjab Law Minister Rana Sanaullah,
all facts regarding the tragedy would be made public and the culprits would be brought to justice.

Chief Minister Punjab, Shahbaz Sharif has constituted a special team to arrest the perpetrators of the Rawalpindi tragedy. The team will be led by Additional IG Counter-Terrorism Aftab Cheema.