Punjab Province

Rawalpindi | ReNews Pakistan
Educational activities at the Government Institute for Slow Learners, Rawalpindi, have been suspended after the administration vacated its rented premises due to the expiry of the tenancy period and non-availability of an alternative government building.
The institute, which had been operating from a rented facility in Rawalpindi city, was providing education and training to 120 children with intellectual and learning disabilities, supported by 14 teachers and staff members. According to school sources, the property owner has repossessed the building after earlier deadlines for vacating the premises elapsed. The landlord had initially set 31 December 2025 as the deadline to vacate, later extending it to 31 January 2026. With no relocation arranged during this period, the premises were taken back and the school’s equipment and materials were temporarily secured in a few rooms before final clearance. The institute is expected to fully shift out, halting regular classes until a new site is allocated.
School management reportedly approached the District Administration and the District Education Authority (DEA) for the provision of a government building to ensure continuity of classes. However, no formal arrangement has yet been finalised. Sources indicate that a government primary school building on Saidpur Road, Rawalpindi, under the District Education Authority, has partially vacant space and is expected to have additional rooms available in the coming days. Despite this, the premises have not been officially assigned to the institute.
With the rented facility vacated, students and staff currently remain without a designated campus. Education officials are expected to decide on temporary or permanent relocation to resume academic and rehabilitation services for the enrolled children. The situation highlights ongoing challenges in providing dedicated infrastructure and stable accommodation for specialised public education institutions in the district.

Kasur | Sadaf Arshad District Reporter | ReNews Pakistan
Under the vision of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif for a cleaner and safer Punjab, urban safety and municipal infrastructure improvements in Kasur have been accelerated. Acting on instructions from Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Asif Raza, the Kasur Taxila Waste Management Authority (KTWMA) and relevant departments have mobilized field teams for active implementation.
A 1.8-kilometer open drain along Main Depalpur Road is being secured through the installation of barbed wire and concrete pillars, aimed at protecting pedestrians, local residents, and traffic from potential accidents.
The administration emphasized that these measures will not only enhance public safety but also improve urban sanitation and drainage management. The project is being executed under the Suthra Punjab Program, with continuous supervision by concerned authorities to ensure timely completion.
District officials further highlighted that other locations requiring similar safety and infrastructure improvements are being identified to strengthen urban management and ensure organized and secure public spaces in Kasur.

Lahore | ReNews Pakistan
In the wake of the Islamabad incident, security in Lahore has been placed on high alert, with authorities implementing enhanced measures to safeguard sensitive and public areas across the city. Law enforcement agencies have intensified monitoring in urban neighborhoods, religious sites, and commercial centers to quickly respond to any potential threats.
CCPO Lahore Bilal Siddiq Kaimana stated that additional personnel have been deployed at imambargahs, mosques, and other places of worship. Security has also been strengthened at entry and exit points, parking areas, and surrounding streets, with special measures in place during religious gatherings and public events.
Patrols have been increased at key public spaces, parks, markets, and shopping centers. Additional teams have been assigned to manage crowds and provide rapid response in high-density areas, ensuring that urban activities continue safely.
Officials said surveillance at Lahore’s entry and exit routes has been intensified, with suspicious vehicles and individuals being checked. The Safe City camera network and control room operations are monitoring urban movement in real time.
Authorities emphasized that protecting urban infrastructure, public spaces, and community areas is the top priority. The enhanced security measures aim to ensure the safety of residents and businesses while enabling immediate action in the event of any emergency.