Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) convoy, led by Bushra Bibi, reached Zero Point from the 26 No. Chowk, where police began intense shelling, while party workers responded by throwing stones.

Clashes between police and PTI workers continue in Islamabad, with PTI supporters reaching Zero Point. Rangers have been deployed around important buildings in Islamabad, while military troops have been stationed at D-Chowk.

The effects of the tear gas shelling on the protesters reached Aabpara Chowk, prompting shops in the Aabpara Market to shut down.

Due to the escalating situation, additional police forces were called in from Rawalpindi, with an initial contingent of 1,000 officers dispatched to Islamabad.

In response to the protests, fresh deployments of Rangers were also sent, with forces advancing from D-Chowk to China Chowk, where tear gas shelling continues.

Severe shelling has also been reported in Blue Area.

Earlier, police attempted to block protesters at the G-10 signal for two hours, but after facing resistance, they were forced to allow the protesters to pass. Police and Rangers have now established positions at G-9 signal on Srinagar Highway.

DIG Operations Islamabad Police Ali Raza Alvi is leading the operation. Protesters are advancing on both the Srinagar Highway and the adjacent service road.