Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has removed Jhelum Deputy Commissioner Mir Raza Ozgen after intermediate Computer Science examinations were postponed in the district ahead of her scheduled visit.
The chief minister announced the decision on Sunday, November 8, saying the deputy commissioner had disregarded her instructions to ensure that official visits did not disrupt public life.
The controversy began when the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Rawalpindi postponed the Computer Science papers of the Intermediate Second Annual Examinations 2026 in Jhelum. The examinations were originally scheduled for November 10 but had been shifted to November 30 following a recommendation from the district administration.
The deputy commissioner had cited administrative, security and protocol arrangements for Maryam Nawaz’s expected visit to Jhelum and Pind Dadan Khan on November 10.
According to reports, the district administration had informed the examination board that deploying personnel for the visit could affect the smooth conduct of the papers.
Maryam Nawaz took notice of the decision and announced the deputy commissioner’s removal with immediate effect. She said she had already directed district administrations to avoid causing inconvenience or disruption to the public during her visits.
The chief minister also shared a notification confirming the deputy commissioner’s transfer. Mir Raza Ozgen was directed to report to the Punjab Services and General Administration Department for further orders.
Maryam Nawaz Restores Original Exam Schedule
Following the controversy, Maryam Nawaz announced that the Computer Science examinations would take place according to the original timetable.
This means the affected papers in Jhelum are now scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, 2026, instead of November 30.
The announcement reverses the earlier decision issued by BISE Rawalpindi after receiving the district administration’s recommendation.
The development is particularly important for students who had adjusted their preparation schedules after the board announced the postponement.
Candidates should follow the latest instructions issued by BISE Rawalpindi and confirm their examination arrangements before travelling to their centres.
Why Were Jhelum Intermediate Exams Postponed?
The district administration had requested a change to the examination arrangements because of the chief minister’s expected visit to Jhelum and Pind Dadan Khan.
In its communication to the Rawalpindi board, the deputy commissioner referred to the deployment of administrative and security personnel for the visit.
The administration said these arrangements could affect the smooth and uninterrupted conduct of the Computer Science papers.
BISE Rawalpindi initially accepted the recommendation and moved both morning and evening examinations to November 30.
However, the decision prompted criticism because it affected students’ examination schedules due to arrangements for a government visit.
Maryam Nawaz subsequently said such disruption was contrary to her instructions.
What Students Need to Know About the Revised Schedule
The latest announcement restores the original November 10 examination date for the affected Computer Science papers in Jhelum.
Students should check the board’s latest notification for any further instructions about roll number slips, examination centres and session timings.
The earlier postponement notification had stated that the papers would be conducted at previously assigned centres on November 30. However, the chief minister’s subsequent announcement restored the original date, making it important for candidates to confirm the latest arrangements directly with the board.
Computer Science examinations in other districts under BISE Rawalpindi were not included in the original postponement and were scheduled to proceed on November 10.
CM Directs Officials to Avoid Public Disruption
In a separate message, Maryam Nawaz directed regional and district police officers, commissioners and deputy commissioners to ensure that official visits did not lead to unnecessary restrictions.
She instructed authorities not to close markets, shops or businesses because of her visits. She also said residential streets should not be blocked or sealed under the pretext of security arrangements.
The chief minister called for security measures that would protect public safety without creating difficulties for residents.
The action against the Jhelum deputy commissioner has renewed attention on the responsibility of district administrations to coordinate official engagements without interrupting education and routine public activities.
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For students in Jhelum, the key development is the restoration of the Computer Science examination date to November 10, 2026. Candidates should rely on the latest BISE Rawalpindi instructions for final confirmation of their examination arrangements.
