Educational institutions closed amid political turmoil in twin cities

Rawalpindi/Islamabad : The district administrations of Rawalpindi and Islamabad announced the closure of all educational institutions on Monday (today), citing the prevailing political situation as the reason for the decision.

Deputy Commissioner (D­C) Rawalpindi, Hasan Waqar Cheema, issued a notification for the closure of educational institutions in Rawalpindi, but the directive did not extend to the entire division.

Meanwhile, the Punjab government suspended all forms of transport and movement across the region, causing widespread disruption. Students commuting between Rawalpindi and nearby districts, such as Taxila, Chakwal, Attock, and Jhelum, face significant challenges in reaching their educational institutions due to these transport restrictions. Similarly, hostel students returning home for the weekend now find themselves stranded as intercity transport remains suspended.

In Islamabad, a spokes­person for the district administration confirmed the closure of all schools and colleges. Deputy Commissioner Islamabad also announced the decision via the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), stating, "In view of the prevailing political situation, all educational institutions will remain closed in Islamabad. The situation has left parents, students, and educators in a state of uncertainty as the region braces for the anticipated political activity and its associated disruptions.