A Season of Pause — Winter Break in Punjab Brings Relief, Joy and Reflection As frost sets in and mornings grow colder, the people of Punjab get a much-anticipated pause. The Punjab government has announced that all public and private schools across the province will observe winter vacations from 22 December 2025 to 10 January 2026. For many families — especially in places like Sahiwal, Faisalabad, Multan, and other central/southern districts — this annual break is more than just days off. It is a season of relief, reconnection, and possibilities. Why the Break Matters (Beyond Textbooks) ❄️ Health & Safety First December and January bring biting cold, dense fog, and often treacherous commuting conditions across Punjab. For kids traveling long distances on bikes or school transport, early-morning cold and low visibility pose real risks. The winter holiday gives children a chance to avoid harsh weather and reduces chances of cold-related illnesses. Many parents feel a sense...
Fake admissions or ghost entries in schools. It is common practice in our schools to enter fake registration of students to increase enrolment.In Punjab, "ghost admissions" refer to students who are falsely registered in schools without actually attending. This issue has surfaced in both public and semi-public education systems, such as those under the Punjab Education Foundation (PEF). In recent investigations, thousands of ghost students were discovered in various institutions, raising concerns about mismanagement and corruption. For instance, an inquiry into the PEF revealed that 287,000 fake students were listed in school records, leading to financial losses of approximately Rs1.1 billion annually. Such fraudulent practices are often linked to the manipulation of school enrollment figures to claim additional government funds. Efforts have been made to counter this issue. The Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) introduced real-time monitoring systems ...