The Punjab province is expected to extend school holidays across the territory until April 15 as part of urgent measures to cope with the ongoing
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Prolonged school break likely
The Punjab province is expected to extend school holidays across the territory until April 15 as part of urgent measures to cope with the ongoing electricity scarcity.
The move likely to apply to both province and private institutions is aimed at reducing energy consumption and easing pressure on the electricity system.
According to representatives in Punjab Institutions Learning Division, the suggested strategy has gained strong backing from the energy division, which has advised limiting non-essential activities to conserve resources. The educational institutions had been initially closed from Public demonstration 10 to 31, but the worsening condition has forced representatives to consider prolonging the holidays for two weeks.
The most populous territory consumes a significant share of the country's energy. Daily transportation of millions of learners, educators and other staff contributes heavily to energy usage, while the protection action of school buildings adds to electricity need. Representatives believe that extending the school closures will help cut down both energy and electricity consumption at a critical time.
The ongoing crisis has been driven by rising petroleum prices, limited external exchange reserves and challenges in maintaining steady energy inflows. As a result, the regional governing body has been exploring multiple strategies to manage need and avoid further strain on available resources.
In addition to extending school holidays, representatives are also considering other steps such as reducing working hours in markets, encouraging work from home policies and discouraging unnecessary travel. There are also discussions about limiting large gatherings and cutting down on excessive electricity usage in commercial areas.
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