In light of the upcoming general elections in Pakistan, educational institutions in the federal capital, Islamabad, and the province of Sindh have announced closures from 6th to 9th February. This decision aims to facilitate the electoral process and ensure voters have the freedom to cast their ballots.
Federal Capital – Islamabad:
The Ministry of Education in the federal capital issued a notification declaring holidays in all private and government schools from 6th to 9th February. Federal schools, which typically have a weekly holiday on Saturdays, will remain closed until the 11th, with normal operations resuming on the 12th. Notably, February 5th has already designated a public holiday for Kashmir Solidarity Day.
Province of Sindh:
In sync with the federal decision, the province of Sindh has also implemented a closure of all government and private educational institutions from 6th to 9th February. The summary for this decision proposed to the Chief Minister of Sindh by the Education Department and subsequently approved.
Nationwide Impact:
To accommodate the general elections, scheduled for February 8th, all private and government schools, colleges, and universities across the country will remain closed from 6th to 9th February. The Election Commission has issued a formal notification, declaring February 8th a public holiday nationwide to facilitate an unimpeded voting process.
Preparations for General Elections:
Nationwide preparations underway for the general elections, where more than 120 million registered voters expected to exercise their democratic rights. The Election Commission’s decision to declare a public holiday on election day underscores the importance of ensuring voters can cast their ballots freely and conveniently.
In summary, the closures of educational institutions in Islamabad and Sindh align with the broader national effort to facilitate the upcoming general elections, emphasizing the significance of enabling citizens to participate in the democratic process.
