Closure of schools extended till 31st in Balochistan

Published March 23, 2026
A file photo of empty chairs and desks. — Dawn/File
A file photo of empty chairs and desks. — Dawn/File

QUETTA: The Balochistan government has extended the closure of all government and private educational institutions until March 31.

An official notification issued on Sunday evening stated that, following the earlier notification regarding the closure of all educational institutions on March 9, and in view of the prevailing circumstances in the region, the government of Balochistan has decided to extend the closure of all public and private schools and educational institutions in the province until March 31, 2026. However, the ongoing enrollment campaign, digital school census, and examinations (if any) will continue as per the schedule.

Published in Dawn, March 23rd, 2026

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