ISLAMABAD: The federal cabinet has unanimously approved a decision to declare the Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) a proscribed organization under the Anti-Terrorism Act following a summary moved by the Ministry of Interior at the request of the Punjab government.
During the meeting, the cabinet was briefed on the TLP’s involvement in violent and extremist activities across the country. Senior officials from the Punjab government joined the session via video link to present details of the group’s repeated acts of violence, disruption, and incitement of unrest since its formation in 2016.
The briefing highlighted that TLP had been responsible for several violent protests and clashes that resulted in casualties among law enforcement personnel and civilians. It was also noted that in 2021, the organization was previously banned by the then-government, but the ban was lifted six months later on the assurance that the group would refrain from violence and disorder — assurances it has since violated.
Citing the group’s continued involvement in inciting violence and promoting extremist narratives, the cabinet, after reviewing the Punjab government’s recommendation and detailed reports, concluded that TLP’s activities fall within the scope of terrorism and unanimously agreed to reimpose the ban.
Officials confirmed that the decision has been taken in accordance with the Anti-Terrorism Act to ensure law and order and prevent further disruption to public safety and national stability.
