# Security restrictions and troop deployment in Punjab > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/security-restrictions-and-troop-deployment-in-punjab > Updated: 2026-10-06T09:16:25.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. In mid-September, the Punjab government imposed Section 144 across the province to address serious threats to public peace and citizen safety. The order, issued by the Punjab Home Department, prohibited assemblies of five or more people in public spaces and banned the display of weapons following intelligence reports that terrorist organizations might target large gatherings such as rallies or demonstrations. By late September, the provincial restrictions were extended through October 5. To further bolster security, the federal government approved the deployment of Pakistan Rangers to assist law enforcement in the districts of Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, and Mianwali. This deployment followed a request from the Punjab Police to the Ministry of Interior to address heightened concerns and potential protests. On October 6, the Punjab Home Department issued a new order extending Section 144 through October 15 to maintain law and order. The regulations continue to prohibit gatherings, processions, or assemblies of five or more people in public places, open spaces, or on highways, and strictly forbid the carrying or displaying of weapons. The decision remains driven by intelligence suggesting that terrorist organizations may target public assemblies, rallies, and protests. Specific exemptions apply to the new order, including wedding ceremonies, funeral prayers, burials, and activities within mosques or other places of worship. Events held in courts, government institutions, or those conducted with official permission are also exempt. Law enforcement agencies, intelligence services, and security personnel on duty are not subject to these restrictions. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-06: Punjab imposes Section 144 amid security threats Punjab authorities have imposed Section 144 from October 6 to 15, banning public gatherings of five or more people due to intelligence reports regarding potential terrorist threats to assemblies. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/punjab-imposes-section-144-amid-security-threats-1 ### 2026-09-13: Punjab imposes Section 144 amid security threats The Punjab government has imposed Section 144 from September 13 to 17, banning public gatherings of five or more people and weapon displays due to imminent terrorist threats. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/punjab-imposes-section-144-amid-security-threats --- Cite as: Security restrictions and troop deployment in Punjab. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/security-restrictions-and-troop-deployment-in-punjab