PESHAWAR: The district administration extended Section 144 in Dera Ismail Khan (D I Khan) from October 13 to November 11, 2026, keeping in view the law and order situation.
An order issued by the Deputy Commissioner, Hikatullah, stated that all kinds of public gatherings, pillion riding, and rallies are banned in the city until November 11, 2026.
According to the notification, gatherings and activities that risk compromising law and order, disrupting the flow of traffic, or impeding the movement of citizens will not be permitted.
Furthermore, legal restrictions have been imposed regarding the display of weapons, the pitching of tents on public highways, and the erection of temporary structures.
The district administration has clarified that legal action under Section 188 of the Pakistan Penal Code will be taken against those who violate these orders.
Meanwhile, the district administration of Tehsil Bara district, Khyber, sealed all the exit and entry points leading to Main Bara Bazar.
The police took control of Bara Bazar, and fresh contingents are also likely to reach today.
The district administration stated that no one will be allowed to create a law-and-order situation in the province.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026