LHC orders three holidays in a week in schools due to smog

LAHORE (92 News) - The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday ordered schools to observe three holidays in a week due to worsening situation of smog.

The court also ordered the Punjab government to submit the notification regarding the three leaves on Wednesday. In addition, the court ordered the Lahore deputy commissioner to appear in person on Wednesday.

Later, the court adjourned the hearing till Wednesday.

Meanwhile, the Punjab School Education Department has issued guidelines in the wake of the worsening situation of smog.

As per instructions, wearing of masks has been made mandatory for students and teachers on the school premises. Moreover, the wearing of glasses in the classroom and a ban has been imposed on eye rubbing in the classrooms.

Outdoor activities have been restricted on the school premises while sprinkling of water has been made mandatory. On the other hand, a ban has been imposed on burning of any material within the boundary of schools.