KARACHI – The Sindh education department has announced an extension in summer vacation till August 14 as heatwaves hit Karachi and other cities of the province.
Sindh Education Minister Syed Sardar Shah made the announcement, saying the decision has been taken in wake of scorching heat and monsoon season.
He said that schools would continue to hold activities regarding Independence Day, August 14. He added that all schools will reopen on August 15 with the start of the new educational year.
Earlier, the Sindh government had announced Summer Vacations from June 01 to July 31, 2024.
A notification issued by the government had said all public and private educational institutions under the administrative control of Sindh Education and Literacy Department shall remain closed from June 01 to July 31.
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