Punjab Schools Reopening Date Finalized as Govt Rejects Winter Vacation Extension Rumours

The Punjab government has put an end to widespread confusion by confirming that schools across the province will reopen on January 12, 2026, with no extension in winter vacations. Officials clarified that viral claims circulating on social media about prolonged holidays are false and misleading.

Authorities stated that the winter break schedule remains unchanged. Vacations began on December 22, 2025, and officially conclude on January 10, 2026, while January 11 falls on a Sunday, making Monday the normal reopening day. No new notification has been issued by the School Education Department, and no change has been approved due to weather conditions.

Education officials urged parents, students, and teachers to rely only on verified government sources instead of WhatsApp forwards or unconfirmed posts. They warned that misinformation often spreads during holidays and creates unnecessary anxiety.

Alongside the clarification, the government also reaffirmed that the academic calendar is intact and preparations are underway for upcoming assessments, including the return of Class 8 board examinations from March 2026.

Parents have been advised to prepare children for the resumption of classes and use the remaining vacation days for revision. The government stressed that normal academic activities will resume on schedule, and any future decisions will be shared only through official channels.