Rawalpindi Division

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.

Rawalpindi | ReNews Pakistan
Rawalpindi’s urban transport network is undergoing structural upgrades as authorities accelerate work on the Kachehri Chowk flyover and three underpasses, with the scheme scheduled for completion by April 30, marking a key step in easing congestion within the city’s central administrative zone.
Kachehri Chowk serves as a high-density urban node linking court complexes, commercial markets, and multiple arterial roads. Persistent bottlenecks at the intersection have long slowed commuter and public transport movement, prompting the adoption of grade-separated infrastructure to streamline traffic and reduce surface-level conflicts.
The flyover and underpasses are expected to redistribute traffic loads, shorten travel times, and improve accessibility for surrounding commercial and institutional areas, supporting smoother land use integration and urban activity. In parallel, construction of three new underpasses along Peshawar Road will commence in mid-February, with completion targeted for May 30. Peshawar Road functions as one of Rawalpindi’s primary mobility spines, connecting residential neighborhoods with business districts and regional routes.
During the construction phase, authorities will enforce one-way traffic flow to maintain continuity of movement and minimize disruption to daily commuters. Urban development officials describe the projects as part of a broader corridor-based traffic management strategy, aimed at modernizing road infrastructure, reducing congestion pressure, and preparing the city for future population and vehicle growth. Upon completion, the combined works are expected to enhance mobility efficiency, strengthen transport reliability, and contribute to more sustainable urban circulation across Rawalpindi.

Rawalpindi | ReNews Pakistan Government Graduate College Asghar Mall in Rawalpindi has been granted the status of National Heritage. The announcement was made by the Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, during a ceremony held at the college. Speaking on the occasion, the minister said the institution had been included in the National Heritage list in recognition of its historical importance, long standing educational services, and cultural role in the region. He described the college as a symbol of learning and character that reflects Pakistan’s cultural tradition. Aurangzeb Khan Khichi said a formal ceremony would be held soon to officially confer the National Heritage honour on the college. He added that government representatives, educationists, and members of the college community would attend the event. In his address, the federal minister described the college as an institution closely linked with knowledge and cultural identity, and encouraged students by referring to them as the future of the nation. Officials said the National Heritage status would help preserve the historical identity of the college and ensure its protection in line with national heritage policies. Relevant authorities will oversee conservation efforts to safeguard the institution’s historic character.