Punjab Schools to Reopen Jan. 12 as Scheduled After Minister Quashes Extension Rumors

Overview

• The official winter break runs from December 22 to January 10 under a provincial notification, with classes resuming on January 12.
• Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat called social-media claims of a longer holiday baseless and urged the public to ignore unverified reports.
• The reopening directive covers schools and colleges across Punjab, with no changes to the academic calendar announced.
• PECA has finalized plans for reinstated class 8 board exams after a four-year suspension, coordinating with district education authorities.
• Reports indicate the exams are scheduled to begin on March 5, subject to the finalized PECA timetable and local arrangements.