Islamabad shuts schools, colleges and universities for Friday
“Islamabad authorities have declared a holiday for all schools, colleges and universities in the capital.”
Key points
- Islamabad authorities have declared a holiday for all schools, colleges and universities in the capital.
- The official notification confirmed the closure but did not mention the reason behind the decision.
All public and private educational institutions in Islamabad, including schools, colleges and universities, were ordered to remain closed for Friday under a notification issued by the district administration.
According to the notice shared by Islamabad Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon, March 13, 2026, is to be observed as a public holiday for institutions located within the Islamabad Capital Territory. The order did not explain the reason behind the closure.
Geo News also reported that the move came alongside a similar holiday announcement in Sindh, where provincial offices were told to close on the same day, except for essential services.
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