Islamabad: A video showing a protester being forcibly removed from a triple-high shipping container by Rangers during a protest in Islamabad has gone viral, sparking outrage on social media. The incident occurred as the individual, reportedly a protester, was seen praying inside the container during ongoing demonstrations, which were part of larger political unrest in the capital.
In the footage, the protester can be seen kneeling in prayer, when armed Rangers personnel approach and begin to remove him from the container. Despite the protester’s attempts to continue his prayers, the security forces are seen dragging him out, eventually throwing him down from the container.
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Protester Praying Thrown Out of Triple-High Container by Rangers
The dramatic moment has raised questions about the use of force in crowd control during protests, especially involving individuals practicing religious rituals. Many social media users expressed their anger at the treatment of the protester, highlighting the incident as an example of excessive force against peaceful demonstrators.
The video quickly garnered widespread attention, with calls from various human rights organizations and political leaders urging for accountability. Some critics condemned the act as an infringement on the protester’s right to peacefully practice his religion.
Meanwhile, Islamabad police and Rangers have yet to issue an official statement on the incident. However, sources within the police department have suggested that the removal of the protester was part of an effort to clear the area, which had been blocked due to the protests.
The controversy surrounding this incident continues to unfold, with further investigations expected. Protests in the capital have been ongoing in response to recent political events, with demonstrators expressing dissatisfaction with the government’s policies and decisions.
