All educational institutions in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa will remain closed from February 7 to 9 due to the upcoming general elections.
Although the official decision has been finalized in this regard, the formal announcement is expected to be made in the first week of February.
With the elections on February 8 relying heavily on schools and colleges as polling stations, educational facilities will be closed during that period.
Sources told a local media out that teachers will play an important role as polling staff during the elections. This has led to the decision to close educational institutions for three days.
The final decision regarding the closure of all schools and colleges will be announced two or three days before the general elections. Furthermore, local authorities might consider the possibility of extending the holidays based on prevailing circumstances.
To address the shortage of over 25,000 policemen for election duties, the government intends to mobilize government officials from different departments.
Moreover, the Frontier Constabulary and Frontier Corps will collaborate with the police to ensure a peaceful election.
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It’s suggested and requested that only government schools be closed because the venues will be required for election purpose. Private schools should not be disturbed please