Pakistan, Feb. 2 -- Authorities in Karachi have detained 180 individuals under the Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) Ordinance ahead of a Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest, citing concerns over potential disruptions to law and order.

According to a notification issued by the Sindh government, those detained include 24 individuals from District Central, 21 from South, 51 from East, 23 from Keamari, 22 from Korangi, nine from Malir, and 30 from West. The notification states that the listed individuals may block roads, stage sit-ins, and engage in activities that could disrupt public order and pose risks to life and property.

Under the orders, all named individuals are to be detained for 30 days and shifted to Malir Jail. The move com...