The federal government is reportedly considering introducing online classes and other measures under the National Action Plan to modify work and education routines across the country in an effort to conserve energy and improve operational efficiency.
JUST IN:— Pakistan is considering the closure of educational institutions and a shift to online classes to conserve fuel.
— The move comes amid fears that oil supplies could be disrupted due to the escalating US–Iran war & Iran’s closure of Strait of Hormuz.
— South Asia Index (@SouthAsiaIndex) March 5, 2026
According to sources familiar with the development, digital learning, reduced office attendance, remote work for corporate and IT sectors, and additional energy-saving steps could be introduced starting March 2026. Similar measures were adopted during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Officials said educational institutions may begin conducting online classes from March 2026 to reduce energy consumption and limit physical attendance.
The corporate sector is also exploring the option of allowing employees to work remotely for two days a week, while telecom and IT companies are reportedly evaluating similar arrangements.
Government offices may implement a policy where only essential staff are required to be physically present, with others working from home. Other proposals under consideration include shared transport for office staff and expanding online services for job applicants to further reduce energy usage.
These initiatives aim to maintain operational efficiency while conserving energy and encouraging flexible work arrangements in both the public and private sectors.
Meanwhile, Pakistan has activated an emergency economic response, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif forming an 18-member high-level committee to assess the impact of rising global oil prices on the country’s economy following the US-Israel attack on Iran.
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The committee was constituted after international oil prices began climbing amid the evolving regional situation.
According to an official notification, the body will monitor price volatility and develop strategies to mitigate the economic impact on Pakistan.
