The Punjab government has declared a holiday for all public and private colleges and universities.
This decision comes in response to potential student protests regarding a fake news incident involving a case of alleged assault at a private college.
The Punjab Higher Education Department has issued a notification confirming that all educational institutions will remain closed on October 18 across the province.
According to the notification, the holiday was announced to prevent any unrest among students, following instructions from the Punjab Home Department to ensure the safety and security of educational institutions.
