Published on, Sept. 1 -- September 1, 2025 10:45 AM

The Punjab government has announced the closure of hundreds of schools across flood-hit districts to protect children and staff. In Lahore, all schools will reopen tomorrow except 45 institutions, which have been converted into relief camps. These include 33 government and 12 private schools in areas such as Shahdara, Bund Road, Saggian, Chuhang, Niaz Baig, and Mohlanwal, where floodwaters have made conditions unsafe.

In Kasur, authorities directed 107 schools to remain closed until further notice due to flooding. The CEO Education confirmed that 61 schools in Tehsil Kasur, 14 in Chunian, 31 in Pattoki, and one private institution have been affected. The closures came after summer vaca...