Reports have emerged that following the lead of Sindh, the Balochistan government has also extended the summer vacations for schools and other educational institutions across the province. According to these reports, educational institutes in Balochistan will remain closed until August 14 and will reopen on August 15.
Extension of Summer Vacations
The extension of summer vacations was directed by Chief Minister Balochistan, Sarfraz Bugti, as suggested by the reports. Previously, the provincial government had announced a summer break from June 1 to August 13, 2024, issuing a notification regarding the summer vacations on May 30.
Reasons for Extension
The Balochistan government announced these summer vacations due to the scorching heat prevailing in the province. The education department initially declared summer vacations from May 15 to July 31 in areas facing severe heatwaves. Educational activities in these areas were scheduled to resume on August 1, 2024.
Holidays in Colder Regions
In contrast, colder regions in the province will observe a shorter break, with a 10-day holiday from July 22 to July 31.
Summary
In summary, the Balochistan government has extended summer vacations for educational institutes until August 14, with schools set to reopen on August 15. This decision aims to address the extreme heat conditions affecting the region.
