Three Balochistan universities shut over ‘security concerns’

Balochistan province has ordered the closure of three universities in recent weeks due to “security concerns,” an official told reporters on Tuesday, as separatist attacks surge in the region.

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Two universities in the provincial capital of Quetta were ordered to close for an “indefinite period” last week, while on Tuesday, a third was instructed to switch to virtual learning, a provincial administration official told reporters on condition of anonymity as he was not authorized to speak to the media.

“The decision was made after reviewing the overall security situation,” the official said.

“It was decided to switch to virtual learning until further notice due to security concerns.”