Islamabad ATC Grants Bail to 56 PTI Workers Arrested in November 26 Protest
Court Approves Bail for PTI Workers with Rs 5,000 Bonds
The Islamabad Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) has granted bail to 56 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf workers arrested during the November 26 protest. The court ruled that the accused could secure their release by submitting surety bonds of Rs 5,000 each. ATC Judge Abul Hasanat Muhammad Zulqarnain presided over the hearing and reviewed the bail applications. Sardar Busy Advocate represented the workers in court and argued in favor of their release.
Legal Proceedings and Charges Against PTI Protesters
Authorities arrested PTI workers in connection with cases registered at Tarnol and Kohsar police stations. Authorities filed the cases under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) due to allegations of violent demonstrations and disruption of law and order. The prosecution claimed that the protest caused significant inconvenience to the public and resulted in clashes with law enforcement agencies.
Previous Bail Extensions for PTI Leaders
This is not the first time PTI members have faced legal action. The Islamabad ATC had earlier extended the interim bail of senior leader Asad Qaiser until April 15.His lawyer, Ayesha Khalid, appeared before the court and requested an exemption from attendance, which the court granted. The court scheduled further arguments for the next hearing.
Islamabad ATC Grants Bail to 56 PTI Workers
The Islamabad Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) granted bail to 56 workers arrested during a protest. The court ruled their release upon submitting surety bonds of Rs 5,000 each. The workers faced charges related to vandalism, blocking roads, and disrupting public order. Their arrests were part of a broader crackdown on political demonstrations. This decision will likely have significant political implications, as it underscores the ongoing tensions between law enforcement and PTI supporters. The case continues to draw attention, reflecting the evolving political landscape in Pakistan.
Conclusions:
Islamabad ATC grants bail to 56 workers arrested during the November 26 protest. The court ordered their release on Rs 5,000 bonds. Authorities filed cases under the Anti-Terrorism Act for vandalism and blocking roads. The court also extended PTI leader Asad Qaiser’s bail.
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