Educational institutes near Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karsaz to remain closed for 4 days due to IDEAS

Sindh Education Department issued notification confirming the closure of schools, colleges from November 19 to 22

The Sindh Education Department has announced the closure of educational institutions in specific areas of Karachi due to the ongoing Defence Exhibition, IDEAS. Express News reported.

Schools and colleges located near Shahrah-e-Faisal will remain closed for four days, from November 19 to 22. Additionally, educational institutions along Habib Ibrahim Road will also observe a closure during the same period.

The Sindh Education Department issued a notification confirming the closure of schools and colleges in these areas.

Earlier, the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Traffic wrote to the Karachi Commissioner, requesting the closure of schools and colleges around the Expo Centre due to the exhibition's security and traffic management concerns.

The International Defence Exhibition and Seminar- IDEAS 2024 defence exhibition is set to take place at the Expo Centre in Karachi from 19-22 November.

This biennial event last occurred in 2022 and is anticipated to draw significant attention.

The four-day exhibition will feature an opening ceremony along with various activities, including international seminars on defence topics for both the public and foreign dignitaries.

A show will also be held at the Pakistan Monument on Clifton’s Sea View.

IDEAS is one of the region's largest defence exhibitions, showcasing products and equipment from exhibitors around the world.