RAWALPINDI: The Rawalpindi district administration has declared a general holiday for all educational institutions located within the limits of Rawalpindi city on Tuesday, September 1, in view of heavy rainfall and the continued rise in water levels in Nullah Lai.
In a post on his official X account, Deputy Commissioner Rawalpindi said the holiday had been announced for all educational institutions within Rawalpindi city limits due to the severe rain and rising water level in Nullah Lai. The administration also urged citizens to avoid unnecessary travel.
Separately, an order issued by the Deputy Commissioner’s office on September 1 declared a local holiday across the territorial jurisdiction of Rawalpindi District. The order said all emergency departments, institutions and authorities would remain operational.
The official notification was issued as No. ADC (HQ)/178 dated September 1, 2026, under powers delegated through a Services and General Administration Department notification issued in December 2023.
The notification was circulated to the relevant provincial departments, Commissioner Rawalpindi Division, City Police Officer, assistant commissioners and education authorities for implementation.
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The administration’s announcement specifically links the closure of educational institutions in Rawalpindi city to the weather situation and rising Nullah Lai levels.
Residents, particularly those living in low-lying areas and along the nullah, have been advised to remain cautious and avoid unnecessary movement amid the continuing rainfall.
