Punjab schools to remain open as education minister rejects smog holiday rumours
“Education minister urged parents not to pay heed to rumours circulating on social media, stressing that schools would remain openLAHORE (Dunya News) – Punjab Ed…”
In a statement, the provincial education minister said the government had no plans to close educational institutions due to smog and that academic activities would continue as usual. He urged parents not to pay heed to rumours circulating on social media, stressing that schools would remain open.
The minister also advised students to take special care of their health and safety amid worsening air pollution, particularly during outdoor activities. He emphasised the use of face masks and urged students to follow precautionary measures and standard operating procedures (SOPs) issued by the government to protect themselves from smog and air pollution.
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