Islamabad: The federal capital is facing heightened security measures as authorities prepare for the PTI march.
Shipping containers have been placed at several locations to restrict access to important roads and prevent protesters from entering sensitive areas.
The measures have also affected transport and freight movement across the country.
Transporters have complained about delays and financial losses as vehicles and containers face restrictions on routes towards Islamabad and Punjab.
The disruption has created additional pressure on businesses that depend on timely delivery of goods.
Authorities say the security measures are necessary to maintain law and order and protect important government buildings.
However, transport operators have raised concerns over the economic cost of the restrictions.
The political confrontation is therefore affecting not only Islamabad but also wider commercial activity.
Businesses are closely watching the situation as prolonged road restrictions could further increase transportation costs.
The government and PTI are under pressure to prevent the political dispute from developing into a wider disruption of economic activity.
