In a move linked to an austerity campaign, the Punjab Health Department has announced that first and second year MBBS classes will be held online on Fridays and Saturdays.
The decision, notified officially, aims to manage resources while ensuring continuity of medical education.
According to the notification, first and second year MBBS classes in Punjab will shift to online mode on Fridays and Saturdays. The policy will remain in effect until further orders, signaling a temporary but ongoing adjustment under the austerity drive.
Senior MBBS classes on campus
The department clarified that third, fourth, and final year MBBS classes will continue as usual. There will be no shift to online learning for senior students, ensuring that their clinical and academic training remains uninterrupted.
As per the official letter, nursing and allied health students will continue performing duties in hospitals. This decision highlights the importance of maintaining healthcare services and practical training despite adjustments in academic schedules.
Exams and teaching schedule
The Punjab Health Department emphasized that:
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All examinations will be held as per the previously issued schedule
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No changes have been made to exam timelines
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Teaching staff will continue their responsibilities according to the fixed schedule
The directive applies to all relevant medical educational institutions across Punjab, making it a province-wide policy.
Officials reiterated that the decision is part of broader austerity measures while maintaining academic standards and healthcare services.
