Army troops deployed in Rawalpindi for six months
The federal government has approved the deployment of three companies of the Pakistan Army in Rawalpindi.
The troops will perform sensitive security duties in the city. The deployment will remain in place for six months.
The decision was taken after a request from the Punjab Home Department. The Interior Ministry issued the deployment order on August 21.
The order said the army personnel would help prevent any undesirable situation. They will also assist the civil administration in dealing with any unexpected security challenge.
The deployment has been authorised under Article 245 of the Constitution. The provision allows the armed forces to assist the civil administration when required.
The troops will perform their duties according to the requirements of the district administration. Their presence is intended to strengthen security arrangements and improve the authorities’ ability to respond to emergencies.
The government has given the deployment immediate effect. The three army companies can therefore begin their assigned security responsibilities without delay.
The order did not provide details about the exact locations where the troops will be stationed. It also did not specify particular operations or threats that prompted the deployment.
The decision places additional security resources at the disposal of the Rawalpindi administration. Civil authorities can seek the assistance of the deployed personnel when required during the six-month period.
The deployment is part of the government’s broader security arrangements. The use of military personnel under Article 245 is intended to support civilian authorities while they carry out their responsibilities.
