Punjab plans to label November 24 protesters as terrorists as tensions rise with PTI

The Punjab government has announced it will treat protesters from the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) as terrorists during their planned demonstration on November 24. This marks a significant escalation in the government's response to PTI's ongoing protests. Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari stated that the government is prepared to handle the situation firmly. She accused PTI of inciting unrest and claimed that previous protests have cost the government millions. In response, PTI officials dismissed claims of internal divisions and criticized the government's heavy-handed approach. Security measures have been intensified, with thousands of police on standby and restrictions on gatherings imposed in Islamabad.