Islamabad authorities have seized control of more than 24 educational institutions under the Federal Directorate of Education (FDE) to house incoming police and security personnel ahead of a planned anti-government protest. The Islamabad District Administration designated these facilities to accommodate thousands of officers deployed from other provinces as security tightens across the federal capital for a planned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insolvent (PTI) demonstration.
According to an official list released by the FDE, the takeover affects model schools, girls’ colleges, and boys’ institutions located across residential sectors such as G-6, G-7, F-6, F-7, G-10, G-13, and Tarnol, alongside facilities near Rawal Dam and Sihala. In response to the requisitions, the FDE announced that students and teachers at the affected campuses will shift to online classes beginning September 21. The federal government has not ordered a total closure of all schools and colleges in the capital.
Security Deployments and Provincial Forces
The government plans to deploy more than 30,000 security personnel to secure Islamabad against protestors. Sources indicate that the Punjab government contributed more than 18,000 police officers to the effort, while the Sindh government provided over 2,000 personnel. While district administration officials confirmed that preparations and facility handovers are complete, local reports noted that portions of the external provincial contingents had not yet arrived on site.
Alongside the capital lockdown measures, transportation arteries connecting Islamabad to other regions have faced severe disruptions. Authorities shut down the Islamabad-Peshawar Motorway (M1), the Islamabad-Dera Ismail Khan Motorway (M14) known as the CPEC road, and the Grand Trunk Road (N5) in both directions for an indefinite period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were Islamabad schools taken over by the administration?
The Islamabad District Administration commandeered more than 24 Federal Directorate of Education institutions to provide temporary lodging for incoming police and security reinforcements.
How many security personnel are being deployed to Islamabad?
Government sources report that more than 30,000 police and security officers are assigned to secure the capital, including over 18,000 dispatched from Punjab and more than 2,000 from Sindh.
How are students affected by the security measures?
The FDE suspended in-person attendance at designated schools and colleges starting September 21, transitioning classes to an online format while leaving overall education policy for unaffected institutions under review.
Which major roadways are closed?
The Islamabad-Peshawar Motorway (M1), the CPEC road (M14), and GT Road (N5) are closed to all traffic from both directions for an indefinite period.
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