The winter break in Punjab schools has been extended till January 7, 2025, by the state government in view of the biting cold wave conditions.
The holidays are for both government and private schools.
The announcement was made by Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains via his official X account.
"As per the directions of the Hon'ble Chief Minister, due to cold weather, holidays are being observed in all government, aided, recognized, and private schools of Punjab till January 7. All schools will open on January 8", the post of the education minister cited.