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...
2025 Punjab (Pakistan) floods Introduction In August 2025, the province of Punjab in Pakistan experienced one of its worst flood events in several decades, primarily due to **intense monsoon rains** and elevated flows in major rivers like the Ravi, Chenab, and Sutlej. Causes of the Flood Several interlinked factors contributed to the scale of the flood: 1.Record-breaking monsoon rainfall, which caused widespread **flash floods and riverine overflows** in the region. 2.Cross-border water release**: India reportedly released excess water from upstream dams, leading to sudden surges in rivers entering Pakistan’s Punjab. 3. The convergence of these **extreme weather** and **hydrological events** produced flooding of an unprecedented scale. Impact Human and Social Toll 1. The floods **submerged over 1,400 villages**, and **more than one million people** were **displaced or affected**, with some reports citing up to **1.2 million**. 2. The **death toll** in Punjab ranged...
