ISLAMABAD: Several schools and universities have been closed in Islamabad in response to a credible security threat, impacting the education sector in the capital.
Authorities have taken precautionary measures to ensure the safety of students, faculty and staff as a result of the reported security threat.
The nature of the threat has not been made public, but the decision to close educational institutions is aimed at mitigating potential risks.
The closure directive covers several schools and universities in Islamabad, especially in sectors F-6, F-7 and F-8, disrupting regular academic activities.
Three universities in Islamabad have been closed indefinitely due to security concerns, according to sources in university administrations.
Bahria, Air and National Defense University administrations have issued guidelines for closure, they added.
Students were informed of the indefinite closure late at night by university authorities.
According to sources, the sudden closure also affected the final exams of undergraduate students.
In light of security concerns, authorities have tightened security measures around educational institutions to respond to potential threats and reassure the public.
Authorities advise parents and students to be informed about the reopening of educational institutions through official channels.
LATE NIGHT COMBING IN ISLAMABAD
In response to possible security threats, sources report an intensified search operation by security agencies in the suburbs of Islamabad.
The security situation in the city has been heightened, prompting authorities to put Islamabad on high alert. This decision comes as a result of potential security concerns that have necessitated proactive measures.
The search operation has spread to various key areas, including Redzone, Margalla Road, Sector E Seven and E-9, sources said. The authorities concentrated their efforts in these places to face and neutralize possible threats.
The ongoing search operation is part of wider security measures taken by the agencies to pre-emptively counter any emerging threats.
Although the specific details of the threats are not disclosed, security agencies remain vigilant, reacting quickly to possible risks and taking necessary measures to ensure the safety of the capital.
