A notification circulating online claims that the School Education Department of Punjab has ordered the closure of all public and private schools across the province from February 1 to February 10, 2026, in connection with the Basant Festival.
The notice reportedly states that schools will remain closed for ten days “on account of Basant” and allows for the leasing or auctioning of school rooftops to facilitate kite-flying activities.
It also allegedly instructs Chief Executive Officers of District Education Authorities, school heads, and other officials to ensure full compliance with these directives.
The Punjab government has not issued any such notification, and schools across the province will continue to operate on their regular schedules. No official decision has been taken regarding an extended break for Basant.
Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat, who regularly posts official updates on school schedules and holidays on his social media accounts, has not issued any statement or notification regarding Basant-related school closures.