In view of the possible long march of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on September 27, Islamabad Police has asked for 18,000 policemen from Punjab and Sindh.

Police sources say that Islamabad Police has asked for 16,000 personnel from Punjab Police and 2,000 personnel from Sindh Police.

Sources say that 3 DIGs, 7 SSPs and 18 SPs have also been called from Punjab and Sindh.

Sources said that Islamabad Police has demanded Rs 82.7 million to deal with the march.

Sources say that more than 2,000 containers were delivered to important places in Islamabad and Attock. In view of the protest, around 30,000 personnel will be deployed in Attock.

Police sources said that it has been decided to arrest the protesters rather than disperse them.