The Punjab government has clarified that summer vacations in schools will not be extended and educational institutions across the province will reopen on August 24, 2026, according to the scheduled academic calendar.
Secretary School Education Mudassar Riaz rejected reports circulating on social media claiming that the Punjab government was considering an extension in summer holidays. He said that no such decision has been taken by the School Education Department.
According to the latest clarification, all schools across Punjab are expected to resume educational activities from August 24, 2026, as originally scheduled.
The clarification comes amid growing speculation on social media about a possible extension of summer vacations due to prevailing conditions in the province. However, the School Education Department has categorically stated that these reports are baseless.
Secretary School Education Mudassar Riaz said that there is currently no proposal under consideration to extend the summer holidays in Punjab.
Parents Advised to Ignore Social Media Rumours
The School Education Department has advised parents and students not to rely on unverified information circulating through social media platforms and messaging applications.
Parents have been urged to follow only official announcements from the Punjab School Education Department regarding school holidays, reopening dates and other academic matters.
The government has emphasized that any change in the school schedule would be formally announced through official channels.
Educational Activities to Resume from August 24
With no extension announced, schools throughout Punjab are expected to resume regular academic activities from Monday, August 24, 2026.
Students should therefore prepare to return to school according to the existing schedule. Schools are also expected to make arrangements for the resumption of classes following the summer break.
The clarification is particularly important for parents who may have received messages or social media posts claiming that schools would remain closed beyond August 24.
No Further Extension in Summer Holidays
The latest statement makes it clear that:
- Summer vacations will not be extended.
- Punjab schools will reopen on August 24, 2026.
- No official decision has been made to prolong the holidays.
- Reports about an extension circulating on social media are unverified and baseless.
- Parents and students should rely on official School Education Department announcements.
