The Punjab Education Department announced winter holidays for schools and colleges across the province, starting December 20. According to Secretary Schools Punjab, Khalid Nazir Watoo, the break will last for 20 days, with academic activities resuming on January 10, 2025.
In his statement, Watoo emphasized that this holiday schedule applies uniformly across the province, providing students and staff an extended break during the winter season. The announcement has been welcomed by parents and students alike, eagerly preparing for the festive season.
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Separately, Punjab University postponed its mid-term examinations by one week. Originally scheduled to commence on November 25, the exams will now begin a week later, as per the official notification. However, regular university classes will proceed without disruption.
The notification allows Heads of Departments (HoDs) to conduct lectures in their respective departments using online, in-person, or hybrid formats. The adjustment aims to balance academic continuity with logistical considerations.
