Social media platforms are once again flooded with misinformation, this time claiming that a three-day local holiday has been announced for Islamabad and Rawalpindi from October 14 to 16, 2025. The viral posts also allege that all educational institutions in both cities will remain closed during the same period.
However, no official notification has been issued by the federal or provincial governments, education departments, or any local administration regarding these holidays. The fake claims have been widely circulated, causing confusion among students, parents, and professionals across the Twin Cities.
The rumors appear to have gained traction amid the ongoing protests by a religious group, which reportedly turned violent in Muridke. Unverified reports of casualties have fueled speculation, although no official confirmation has been issued so far.
Following these developments, Islamabad has seen increased road restrictions and noticeable internet slowdowns, adding to public uncertainty. Despite the situation, officials have maintained that no public holidays or large-scale communication blockages are currently in effect.
Sources like the Champ Alerts account have clarified that both viral notifications are completely fake.
#Islamabad[1] #Rawalpindi[2]: 13/10/25
FAKE Notification Circulating
1. Local holiday for 3 days.
2. Educational institutions closed for 14 to 16 Oct.
Both the above Notifications are fake. If authorities announces such holidays I will inform. Keep following #ChampAlertsOnTheGo[3] for…— Shaheryar Hassan (@shaheryarhassan) October 13, 2025[4]
As of now, all educational institutions and offices in Islamabad and Rawalpindi are expected to operate as per the normal schedule. Officials have not provided any indication of an upcoming public holiday or school closure for the mentioned dates.
Social media users are urged to verify such claims from authentic government sources before sharing them online. Misinformation often spreads quickly, leading to unnecessary panic and disruption.
If any confirmation or official update is issued by the relevant authorities, we’ll promptly share it here. Stay tuned with TechJucie for verified updates.
References
- ^ #Islamabad (twitter.com)
- ^ #Rawalpindi (twitter.com)
- ^ #ChampAlertsOnTheGo (twitter.com)
- ^ October 13, 2025 (twitter.com)