Public protests after Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s assassination and widespread road blockades have disrupted normal life in the twin cities. Consequently, the Islamabad and Rawalpindi educational institutions face temporary closures. Many schools and universities have swiftly transitioned to online learning. This move helps students avoid the risks associated with the ongoing unrest.
Administrators prioritize student safety above all else due to these security concerns. Therefore, they are implementing virtual classes to maintain academic continuity. Moreover, this forced transition effectively aligns with a broader, long-term shift toward a digitally driven educational infrastructure in the capital.
Several prominent Islamabad and Rawalpindi educational institutions completely suspended their operations for today. Meanwhile, others successfully moved their academic activities online.
Operating Online:
- COMSATS University (Islamabad)
- International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI)
- Army Public School (APS) Hamza (Rawalpindi)
Closed / Suspended Operations:
- Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU – Islamabad)
- Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS)
- Iqra University (Islamabad)
- Supernova School (Islamabad)
- PSI (Islamabad)
- Fazaia Nurkhan
Note: Reports indicate that almost all Fazaia institutions are currently closed.
