A fake notification claiming a three-day local holiday and the closure of educational institutions from October 14 to 16 has been circulating on social media platforms, authorities confirmed on Monday.
Officials have categorically stated that no such notification has been issued by any government department. The viral message, which falsely claims that all educational institutions will remain closed for three days, has been dismissed as baseless and misleading.
The concerned authorities have urged the public to verify information only through official government channels before sharing it online. They also warned that spreading false information can cause unnecessary confusion and may result in legal action under relevant cybercrime laws.
Citizens are advised to ignore unverified circulars and follow updates only from official websites or verified social media accounts of the government and education departments.