Assalam-o-Alaikum friends!
Good news (or not-so-good for students 😅) – Punjab Government has confirmed that winter vacations will NOT be extended. All public and private schools across Punjab will reopen on Monday, January 19, 2026.
This decision comes after careful review of weather conditions and academic calendar. Here are the latest details you need to know (updated January 18, 2026):
Key Points from Official Notification
- Reopening Date: January 19, 2026 (no further holiday extension).
- Instructions to Schools:
- Complete deep cleaning and sanitization before reopening.
- Ensure safe, hygienic, and healthy environment for students and staff.
- CEOs Education and school administrations given strict orders to implement SOPs.
- Strict action will be taken against schools that fail to comply.
- Why No Extension?: Weather is improving, smog levels are manageable in most areas, and academic loss needs to be minimized before board exams and annual assessments.
What Parents & Students Should Do
- Prepare uniforms, books, and stationery over the weekend.
- Check school WhatsApp groups or notice boards for any specific instructions (timing, COVID SOPs, etc.).
- If your area still has dense fog/smog, travel carefully – leave early.
- Private schools may have slight variations – confirm with your school administration.
Quick Weather Check (Jan 18–19)
- Dense fog continues in Lahore, Sialkot, and parts of central Punjab – visibility low in early morning.
- Motorways (M-3) partially affected – avoid unnecessary travel.
- Rain expected from January 20–23 – might bring relief from smog after reopening.
Schools are reopening – time to get back to routine!
Students: Stay safe on the way, and make the most of the remaining academic year.
Parents: Any questions or concerns about reopening? Drop in comments below.
Allah sab bachon ke liye taleem asaan kare. Ameen!
Thank you for reading!
(Disclaimer: Information based on official Punjab Education Department notification as of January 18, 2026. Always confirm with your school or official sources for any last-minute changes.)
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