Punjab government declares holiday for educational institutions on October 18.

The Punjab government has announced that all educational institutions in the province will remain closed on Friday, October 18.

As per the official notification, both public and private schools, colleges, and universities will observe this holiday. This decision comes in light of the recent imposition of Section 144 across the province, which restricts public gatherings and protests.

The Punjab Home Department has issued a notification confirming the enforcement of Section 144 throughout the province.