The Punjab School Education Department has continued its student health profiling program across Punjab. The initiative aims to improve student well-being and academic performance.
Officials said the survey covers schools throughout Punjab. The goal is to identify health issues at an early stage. Authorities believe healthy students perform better in classrooms.
Preliminary findings show that many students face medical concerns. Around 258,000 students have minor health problems. Another 37,000 students are dealing with moderate conditions. About 8,500 students suffer from severe health difficulties.
Vision problems are among the most reported issues. Data shows 32,500 students have mild eyesight concerns. Around 2,560 students face moderate vision issues. Another 2,349 students are dealing with severe vision impairment.
Hearing difficulties have also been recorded. About 21,000 students have mild hearing problems. Only 21 students were reported with moderate hearing loss. However, 1,341 students face severe hearing challenges.
Mobility issues were identified in several cases. Around 16,000 students have mild difficulty walking or climbing stairs. Another 2,061 students face moderate mobility challenges. In addition, 1,232 students are experiencing severe physical limitations.
The department said special facilities will be arranged for students with additional needs. Schools in Punjab will adopt a comprehensive learning strategy. This approach will help ensure equal access to education.
To support children’s nutrition, schools are distributing free milk and biscuits. Officials believe better nutrition can improve concentration and attendance. The step is part of broader welfare measures in Punjab schools.
Once the profiling process is complete, each student will receive individual attention. Medical support will be provided where needed. The department aims to build a healthier school environment across Punjab.
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Authorities said the program reflects a strong commitment to student welfare. They hope it will improve both health standards and educational outcomes in the province.
