Khawaja Asif vows firm action against violent mob

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned PTI workers that any violent protests would be dealt with iron hands.

Talking to a private news channel, he emphasized government’s firm stance on maintaining law and order. He said that the state will not permit any illegal mob to attack Islamabad and will take a tough stance on individuals who disrupt law and order. The Minister warned that Islamabad has been placed on high alert, with warning of zero tolerance for violent mobs. Khawaja Asif emphasized that peace will be ensured in the capital city at all costs. 

He said that the government will take firm action against illegal activities and will not allow the party to use innocent people to attack state institutions.

The Defence Minister said that Ali Amin Khan Gandapur, should focus on improving the law and order situation in the province. He said that both government and military leadership are jointly taking efforts for betterment of country.