LAHORE (Dunya News) – Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat has dismissed reports circulating on social media about possible school closures and holidays in the province due to smog, clarifying that no such decision is under consideration.
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.