Punjab Extends Summer Vacation for Schools Until September 1

August 8, 2025 — Lahore:

• Official announcement: The Punjab government has extended the summer vacation for all public and private schools across the province. The new reopening date is September 1, 2025, according to a notification issued by the School Education Department.
• Reason for extension: Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat said the decision was taken due to ongoing extreme heat, heavy monsoon rains, and flooding in certain districts. He stressed that the health and safety of students and teachers remain the government’s top priority.
• Previous schedule: Schools were earlier set to reopen on August 15. The two-week delay is intended to give relief during the current spell of high temperatures and weather-related disruptions.

• Safety considerations: Authorities noted that prolonged exposure to heat can cause health issues, especially for younger children, while flooded areas pose travel hazards for both students and staff.
• Mixed reactions: While many parents welcomed the move for safety reasons, some private school associations criticized the decision, warning it could disrupt the academic calendar and compress the syllabus completion timeline.
• Next steps: The Education Department has advised schools to adjust lesson plans and exam schedules to minimize learning loss when classes resume.

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