The Punjab government has ordered a two-day closure of all educational institutions — Friday and Saturday — due to rising security threats. This includes both public and private schools, colleges, and universities.
Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat confirmed the decision. He said, “The closure is for all public and private sector schools, colleges and universities all over the province.” He added, “This is a two-day closure; therefore, there will be academic activities as normal on Monday, May 12.”
The government took this step to protect students, teachers, and school staff given the current situation.
The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) also postponed ongoing matric and intermediate exams for the same reason. However, Despite the school closures, examinations conducted by or on behalf of international examining bodies, including O-Level and A-Level exams, will proceed as scheduled. Students appearing for these important assessments are advised to attend their exams without disruption.
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s armed forces reported that India sent 25 Israeli-made Harop drones into Pakistani airspace last night. This was confirmed by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
On Wednesday morning, India also carried out air strikes on several areas in Pakistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK).
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Islamabad called this a “blatant act of war” against India, especially since tensions have simmered between the two nuclear nations. Escalation followed a deeply tragic attack on tourists in India Illegally Occupied Jammu and and Kashmir last month.
Pakistani officials accused India of attacking six targets, including mosques and hydropower projects. The strikes killed at least 31 civilians, including children, and injured 57 others. Pakistan described the assault as “treacherous” and unprovoked.
In response, Pakistan claimed it shot down five Indian Air Force (IAF) jets and seven drones. It also destroyed a brigade headquarters and several checkposts along the Line of Control (LoC).
Given the current situation the government is prioritizing public safety by a temporary suspension in education activities.
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