Authorities in Punjab have dismissed widespread rumours about school closures or early winter vacations circulating on social media. Despite the deteriorating air quality and growing smog crisis, officials clarified that no decision has been made to shut down educational institutions this year.
Speculation intensified after Lahore once again topped global pollution charts, recording a hazardous Air Quality Index (AQI) of 362. However, the Punjab Education Department has urged the public to rely only on official announcements and ignore misinformation spreading across digital platforms.
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The Meteorological Department has issued warnings about worsening smog due to persistently dry weather across Punjab, particularly in Lahore, where pollution levels are disrupting daily activities. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and may take necessary action if conditions continue to deteriorate.
Last year, schools in Punjab were closed twice in November due to severe smog, prompting concerns of a repeat this year. For now, officials maintain that educational institutions will remain open, and any updates regarding school schedules will be issued through official government channels.