Faisalabad NFC institute sealed over unpaid property tax

Faisalabad: The Punjab Excise and Taxation Department has sealed educational premises related to the NFC institute in Faisalabad over unpaid property taxes amounting to Rs 83.9 million. Officials acted under legal authority, but the closure has affected ongoing educational activities and examinations, raising concerns among students, faculty, and staff. The institute, which operates under federal oversight, provides engineering and fertilizer research programs. Observers note that such actions during academic sessions can disrupt learning, impact student careers, and create unnecessary stress. Stakeholders call for resolving tax disputes through legal and administrative coordination to safeguard education continuity while ensuring compliance.