The Balochistan Home Department has enforced Section 144 across the province, effective until November 30, 2025, following an amendment to an earlier order issued on November 5.
The directive bans public gatherings or sit-ins of five or more people and restricts the use of face coverings that hinder identification, such as masks, mufflers, or veils.
Pillion riding on motorcycles has also been prohibited, with exceptions for women, children, and the elderly.
The order further bars the use of unregistered motorcycles, tinted vehicle windows, and the carrying or display of weapons.
According to the notification, violations will be punished under Section 188 of the Pakistan Penal Code, which allows imprisonment for up to six months or a fine, depending on the severity of the offence.
Law enforcement agencies, including the police and Frontier Corps, have been instructed to ensure strict compliance, while deputy commissioners are required to submit daily reports to the Home Department.