The Punjab School Education Department has announced that updates regarding the school holidays for the year 2024 will be released soon, specifically on the 9th of January, 2024. Prior to this announcement, it had been communicated that the winter break would span from January 1, 2024, to January 8, 2024. However, due to adverse weather conditions, a directive extending the winter break until January 18, 2024, was issued. Students and parents are eagerly awaiting the latest notification which is expected to be published on the evening of 9th January, 2024. This information, as well as any future updates from the Punjab School Education Department, can be accessed and downloaded from this page.
School Holidays In Punjab 2024 Latest News
The School Education Department of Punjab is currently deliberating over the extension of winter break by a week. This move is being considered in light of the severe cold and dense fog that has engulfed the region, leading to a significant increase in health issues amongst the elderly and school-aged children. A primary concern is the hazardous smog that blankets the city, posing serious health risks to its residents. Parents, in particular, are urging for the extension of the break due to the anticipated continuation of adverse weather conditions into January. They argue that several prestigious institutions have already lengthened their breaks, with classes set to resume on January 8th, and they believe other schools should follow suit for the wellbeing of their children.
Punjab schools winter vacation Extended until January 18, 2024
In a recent development, the government of Punjab has announced an extension to the winter vacation in all educational institutions, including schools and universities, for the year 2023. Initially scheduled from December 18, 2023, to January 1, 2024, the winter break will now extend until January 9, 2024, due to concerns over deteriorating air quality. Experts have voiced concerns about how the increasingly poor air quality can significantly impact public health, particularly the older population and children. The extended break aims to reduce exposure to the polluted air, thus safeguarding the health and wellbeing of the students.
Punjab School Holidays Notification 2024
پنجاب میں مزید ٹھنڈ پڑنے کے امکانات اور سردیوں کی چھٹیوں میں اضافہ 18جنوری تک متوقع ۔۔۔ متوقع پیشگوئی ھے حتمی فیصلہ ایجوکیشن ڈیپارٹمنٹ و وزراء نے کرنا ھے
