Educational institutions and workplaces in Islamabad and Rawalpindi will remain closed for a second consecutive day on Tuesday, November 26, due to the prevailing law-and-order situation.
Both public and private schools, colleges and universities were shut down as a precautionary measure amid ongoing political unrest in the capital.
Deputy Commissioner Islamabad Irfan Nawaz Memon announced the decision on X, citing continuing road blockages and the need to ensure safety.
A notification issued by the District Magistrate’s Office confirmed the closure, stating, “All public and private educational institutions shall remain closed within the revenue limits of the Islamabad Capital Territory.”
The President of the All Pakistan Private Schools Association (North Punjab), Abrar Ahmad Khan, urged the Punjab education boards to reconsider matriculation examination schedules, given the disruptions.
Many offices shifted to remote work arrangements, while residents largely stayed indoors due to road blockages and safety concern
The closure of major roads disrupted the supply of essential goods, including dairy products, poultry, fresh vegetables, and meat. Markets faced shortages as transportation remained suspended or heavily restricted.
The shutdown came as a response to heightened tensions following a protest call from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan.
Caravans of PTI workers and leaders from across the country were still en route to Islamabad, while the city’s entrances, key points on major highways, and roads connecting residential sectors remained sealed with shipping containers.
Security measures in the capital include road closures with shipping containers and a heavy deployment of police and paramilitary forces. Additionally, a ban has been imposed on gatherings of more than five people, rallies, and demonstrations.The situation remains uncertain, with no timeline yet on when schools will reopen.