The security situation in Quetta, the capital of Balochistan, has taken a concerning turn, leading to the closure of several private and government schools since the beginning of August. This development has sent shockwaves among parents and students, who are worried about the impact on their education.
The closure is reportedly a precautionary measure due to uncertain security conditions and potential threats. This comes on the heels of heightened tensions in the region, following attacks that resulted in the deaths of four senior Pakistan Army officers. The situation has further worsened with the suspension of internet services in different areas of the province.
Parents are expressing frustration, saying that the government needs to find alternative solutions to ensure their children’s education isn’t disrupted. One parent poignantly noted, “The future of our children is at stake. First, the internet was shut down, now the schools are closed, how long will we live in fear?”
Education experts are also sounding the alarm, warning that if the security situation isn’t stabilized, the education crisis in Balochistan could escalate. The lack of an official statement from the government has only added to the public’s anxiety.
As the situation stands, students, parents, and teachers are left in limbo, uncertain about when normalcy will return to Quetta’s educational institutions.
