KARACHI: The provincial government signed the approval letter on Wednesday (today) for the extension of Pakistan Rangers Sindh’s special powers in Karachi for another 90 days, after the initial tenure expires on July 19.

Following the approval by the Ministry of Interior, the paramilitary force — requisitioned under Article 147 of the Constitution and under clause 1 of subsection 3 of section 4 of Anti-Terrorism Act 1997 — will be able to prevent the commission of terrorist acts and scheduled offences in notified areas.

The initial tenure of paramilitary force in Sindh will expire on July 19; however, the Sindh government might extend the Ranger’s stay by one year to help police and civil administration in Karachi, according to local media sources.