LAHORE – Authorities in Punjab shut down secondary and high schools for 10 days in wake of massive pollution levels, as the provincial capital remained engulfed in clouds of smog.
In response to worsening air quality, Punjab government announced the closure of all educational institutions, both public and private, as well as private tuition centers, from November 7 to November 17, 2024.
Lahore Smog Holidays in Schools
The closure affects schools, colleges, and educational centers in Lahore, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Multan, and surrounding areas, including districts such as Sheikhupura, Kasur, Sialkot, and Narowal.
For next 10 days, all educational activities will shift to online mode, ensuring that students continue their studies while staying indoors and avoiding exposure to the harmful effects of polluted air. This order applies to all educational institutions up to the Higher Secondary Level in the affected districts.
Provincial authorities also advised all residents to limit outdoor activities, wear protective masks, and take necessary precautions to protect their health, especially children and the elderly, who are more vulnerable to air pollution.
