In a critical health protection measure, the Sindh Education Department has declared summer vacations for all public and private schools and colleges across the province from June 1 to July 31, according to an official notification issued Thursday.
Province-Wide Shutdown
The education authority has mandated:
- Complete closure of all educational institutions
- Uniform dates for public and private sectors
- Two-month break during peak summer months
This decision follows similar emergency measures taken by other provinces as Pakistan faces record-breaking temperatures.
Regional Vacation Schedules
Other provinces have implemented varying policies:
- Punjab: Early closure starting May 28
- K-P Summer Zones: Primary (June 1-Aug 31), Secondary (June 15-Aug 31)
- K-P Winter Zones: Shorter break (July 1-31)
Heatwave Emergency
The announcements come as:
- Mercury levels exceed 45°C across most regions
- Classrooms become unbearable learning environments
- Parents and educators demand protective measures
"This is not just a vacation but a necessary health intervention," stated a senior education official. "We must protect our children from life-threatening heat conditions."
Broader Implications
The coordinated provincial response:
- Demonstrates unified concern for student welfare
- Sets precedent for climate-adaptive education policies
- Highlights urgent need for heat-resilient school infrastructure
With weather warnings predicting even higher temperatures, these measures represent more than schedule changes - they're a collective survival strategy for Pakistan's education system.
