Private, govt schools to remain closed due to flood emergency

The Punjab government has announced the closure of all public and private schools in flood-hit districts until further notice, citing safety concerns.

📍 Affected Areas

Schools will remain closed in severely impacted districts, including:

  • Kasur

  • Bahawalnagar

  • Okara

  • Pakpattan

  • Vehari

  • Bahawalpur

  • Lodhran

  • Jhang

🚨 Reason for Closure

  • Widespread flooding of villages and urban localities.

  • Several school buildings either damaged or converted into relief camps for displaced families.

  • Unsafe commuting conditions due to inundated roads.

🏫 Govt & Relief Measures

  • The School Education Department has directed institutions to coordinate with PDMA and district administration.

  • Alternative arrangements, including temporary relief classrooms in safer areas, are under consideration.

  • Teachers in flood-hit zones are instructed to assist with relief efforts.

⚠️ Outlook

Authorities will review the situation after river flows stabilize. Schools in unaffected districts will remain open as per routine.

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