Pakistan
‘Short circuit’: Parliament offices to remain closed for three days
There was no loss of life or property.
Islamabad: All offices in Parliament House have been closed for three days after a short circuit in the building on Sunday, prompting Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani to call off sittings from Monday to Wednesday.
Due to a short circuit in parliament, all of its offices have been shut down for three days.
Taking notice of the situation, the Speaker National Assembly and the Senate Chairman immediately directed the concerned authorities to address the problem.
According to the Senate Secretariat statement, some damaged electrical wires were found after the spark.
Reportedly, no human or material loss has happened. However, as a precautionary measure, the whole building will be inspected.
The Senate session which was scheduled today has also been adjourned to meet again on Thursday.