A notification has been issued on 23-11-2023 in connection with the Holiday on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of Punjab 6 Divisions by The Government of the Punjab, School Education Department.Further detail is as under:
Holidays in 6 Divisions of Punjab Due to Smog (24 to 26 Nov 2023)
- Faisalabad
- Lahore
- Multan
- Sahiwal
- Gujranwala
- Sargodha
Steps Taken by the Punjab Government
The board declares the smog as a calamity. The smog diseases, smoke or dust, and chemical exposure are increasing day by day. This poses a serious and imminent threat to public health. Therefore, it is mandatory to take all possible safety measures. It helps to prevent and control the smog and disease in the province.
- All public and private institutions remain closed on the above-mentioned dates 25-11-2023 and 25-11-2023.
- All markets and shops or restaurants remain open after 3:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.
- The offices shall remain open after 03:00 PM on 24th and 25th Nov,2023.
- The order is forwarded to all competent authorities. It is also broadcast through TV Channels and Radio.