Police launches crackdown on MWM protestors in Karachi

Police launches crackdown to disperse protesters of Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen (MWM) at Numaish Chowrangi on Tuesday, who were staging sit-in at various points in Karachi to expresses support for the people of Parachinar in Kurram district, reported 24NewsHD TV channel. 

Police have also taken into custody Majlis Wahdat-e-Muslimeen leader Allama Hassan Zafar Naqvi. On the occasion, protestors also pelted stoned at police party and police resorted to shelling to evacuate the protests site. 

The shelling triggered a violent response from the protesters, who began throwing stones at the officers. In the chaos, several motorcycles were set on fire. Several police officers, including SSP Keamari Faizan Ali and members of the Special Security Unit (SSU) Commandos, were injured. Rescue sources confirmed that some of the injured police personnel, including an SSU commando, were rushed to the Civil Hospital for treatment. 

Authorities also detained several individuals from the protest, which had been ongoing for hours. The police are investigating the situation, and efforts to control the protest continue as tensions remain high in the area. Chief Minister Sindh has taken notice of the incident. He emphasised that no harm will be allowed to public and private property. 

“Everyone has the right to protest, but causing damage to public property is an act of mischief,” said the Chief Minister of Sindh. He further stated that legal action will be taken against those responsible for setting vehicles on fire.

Murad Ali Shah directed the Additional IG to take immediate action and improve the situation in the city. He instructed that the chaos must be brought to an end and a detailed report be submitted promptly. 

Reporter: Mubashar Hussain