Punjab caretaker Information Minister Amir Mir on Friday made it clear that all the public schools in Punjab will remain open on December 2 (Saturday).
Taking to X (formerly known as Twitter), Mir said: "The winter vactions will start from December 18 to January 1 in the public schools."
The minister went on to say that all the markets, shops and restaurants will remain open across Punjab on Saturday and Sunday.
In the upcoming week, steps will be taken considering the situation of the smog in the province.
– Winter vacations for schools announced in Sindh –
The Sindh Department of Education on Thursday officially declared the winter vacation schedule for all educational institutions today, ushering in a wave of excitement among students as the cold season approaches.
The eagerly awaited winter vacation is scheduled to take place from December 22 to December 31, offering a well-deserved break for students in schools, colleges, and universities across the province.
The announcement, made by the education department spokesperson, follows the decision of the department's annual steering committee, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the previously established schedule.








