The announcement of summer vacations in schools and colleges across Punjab has sparked confusion among students, parents, and educational institutions following unconfirmed media reports suggesting an early break due to the rising temperatures.
However, the Punjab Education Department has clarified that no official notification has been issued yet, leaving the matter unresolved for now.
Several media outlets had earlier claimed that the vacations would begin from June 1, 2025, citing the intensifying heatwave.
These reports indicated that the Punjab Education Department had decided to bring forward the holidays to protect students and staff from the sweltering weather. However, government officials have denied these claims, stating that the decision is still pending.
According to sources within the Education Department, a proposal to start the summer holidays early has indeed been sent to Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz for approval. However, the final decision on the matter is yet to be made.
The officials emphasized that no official communication has been issued, and schools and colleges are expected to adhere to the regular academic calendar until further notice.
“The notification will be issued only after the Chief Minister’s formal approval,” a senior official from the Education Department confirmed.
Parents and students are left in limbo as they await official word on whether the summer break will start earlier than usual. The confusion has sparked debates on social media, with many expressing frustration over the lack of clarity from the authorities.
In related developments, the Punjab Education Department has been dealing with the cancellation of licenses for over 1,600 private schools, which further added to the uncertainty surrounding the school system in the province.
Until the final announcement is made, students and parents are advised to follow the existing academic schedules. The situation remains fluid, with all eyes now on the approval of the Chief Minister.
