Many citizens on social media are demanding an extension of winter vacations in schools given the cold wave across Punjab.
It was revealed in the recent statement of Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi that there is currently no plan to extend the winter vacation for school or college students beyond the stipulated period.
A user (X) formally described the winter conditions on Twitter, stressing that extreme cold is unsafe for school children and appealing to the authorities to extend the winter holidays.
Winter Vacations in Punjab Schools:
By Sunday, January 7, 2024, by 6:15 AM, to Govt No update or notification has been issued regarding the extension of winter vacations since.
The authorities have not yet signaled any change in the academic calendar despite the growing demand for extra holidays on social media.
In an earlier statement, Chief Minister Punjab Mohsin Naqvi clarified that winter vacations will continue till January 9, 2024.
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There are currently no plans to announce additional holidays and the decision to extend school holidays will be made solely on the recommendations of the Education Department.
The government’s stance has faced opposition from many social media users, who have expressed concerns about the health of students during the severe winter weather across Punjab.
Consumers argue that the decision not to extend winter vacation due to the risk of students falling ill due to cold weather needs to be reconsidered.
Debate continues on social media platforms, with citizens, parents, and educationists keeping a close eye on any update from the Punjab government regarding the extension of winter vacations for schools.