On the 23rd of October, 2024, the School Education Department of the Government of Punjab issued an important directive regarding the change of school timings in District Lahore. This change comes under Section 6(1)(T) of the Punjab Environmental Protection Act, 1997.
Directive from Environment Protection Agency
The order No:91/DG/EPA/2024, dated 22nd October 2024, from the Director General of the Environment Protection Agency, Punjab, mandates that all public and private schools within the territorial jurisdiction of District Lahore should not open before 8:45 am, effective from 28th October 2024.
Compliance Requirements
The directive requires strict adherence to the new school timings until 31st January 2025. All schools, both public and private, in District Lahore, must comply with this order.
Responsibilities
- CEO-DEA: The Chief Executive Officer of the District Education Authority is responsible for ensuring that the orders regarding school timings are fully implemented.
- School Administration: All schools must adjust their schedules to comply with the new opening time of 8:45 am.
Communication and Coordination
This information has been communicated to the relevant officials, including the Secretary of the School Education Department, the Special Secretary, the Additional Secretary (General), and the Deputy Secretary (Acad). The implementation of this directive will require coordination among these officials to ensure compliance.
The change in school timings is crucial for adhering to environmental protection regulations and ensuring the well-being of students and staff.
Please ensure that this information is shared with all concerned parties. Thank you.