The Mirpur Intermediate and Secondary Education Board has postponed the ongoing examinations of the Intermediate.

The board took the step in the wake of the ongoing tense situation in the AJK. According to board notification, the exam due on May 13 will commence on May 25.

The anti-inflation protest in AJK has been continuing for the past two days. PM Shehbaz Sharif expressed concerns. Taking to X, he said he is “deeply concerned about the situation in AJK.”

He added “Unfortunately in situations of chaos and dissent there are always some who rush in to score political points.

“While debate, discussion and peaceful protests are the beauties of democracy , there should be absolutely no tolerance for taking the law in one’s own hands and damaging government properties.

“I have spoken to PM AJK and also directed all PML-N office bearers in AJK to talk to the leaders of the action committee and I urge all parties to resort to peaceful course of action for resolution of their demands. Despite best efforts of detractors, the matter will hopefully be settled soon.”