On Monday, the Punjab Education Department declared winter holidays for schools and colleges throughout the province.
Khalid Nazir Watoo, Secretary of Schools Punjab, confirmed that the winter break will start on December 20. He announced that the holiday period would last 20 days, with educational institutions reopening on January 10, 2025.
This news has been eagerly anticipated by students and parents in Punjab, marking a seasonal transition.
Additionally, Punjab University has delayed its examinations by a week. An official notice was issued stating that the on-campus mid-term exams, initially scheduled for November 25, will commence a week later.
Despite the exam delay, the university will continue with its regular class schedule. According to the spokesperson, Heads of Departments will maintain the course of lectures across departments, employing online, in-person, or hybrid teaching methods as outlined in the university’s notification.