22-06-2025
Bahrain asks schools to go online; people to use main roads only 'if necessary'
Authorities have also implemented a remote working system allowing up to 70% of government employees to work from home
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Bahrain activated a remote learning system on Sunday (June 22) in light of the recent escalation of conflict in the region, according to Bahrain's news agency.
All public and private educational institutions in Bahrain, including kindergartens, schools, and universities, have been instructed to activate and use their digital and online platforms for teaching and learning purposes.
After the US bombed Iran's three nuclear sites, the Ministry of Education issued instructions to all public and private educational institutions to move to online learning as a precautionary measure.
The ministry added that any educational institution wishing to make enquiries or receive support in managing its operations may contact the Ministry and the Higher Education Council through the official communication channels in place, as per usual practice.
The Ministry of Interior has also urged citizens and residents to limit travel and use main roads to "only when necessary". This measure is taken to maintain public safety and to allow emergency and relevant authorities to use the roads efficiently.
Considering the ongoing strikes between Iran and Israel, Bahrain's Civil Service Bureau (CSB) has also announced the activation of a remote working system across ministries and government agencies, with up to 70 per cent of employees working from home.
This excludes sectors where physical presence is essential or which have specific procedures in place for emergencies, and will be implemented in line with public safety requirements, starting today and until further notice.
