Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat has issued a clarification regarding Friday holiday in schools, colleges, and universities across the province.
He said that educational institutions are allowed to conduct online classes on Fridays, while also expressing appreciation for the public’s patience and support.
Schools, Colleges & Universities Are allowed to Take online Classes on Fridays. Your Patience & Support is Appreciated 🙏🇵🇰
— Rana Sikandar Hayat (@RanaSikandarH) April 2, 2026
The clarification comes after a notification issued by the Punjab School Education Department stated that all public and private schools across Punjab will remain off on Friday till further orders.
According to the notification, schools will operate from Monday to Thursday under revised timings. Single-shift schools will run from 8:00 am to 1:30 pm, while double-shift institutions will operate morning classes from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm and afternoon sessions from 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm.
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