LAHORE: The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Monday has issued an order to schools to provide transportation for students after the winter vacation.

Justice Shahid Karim of Lahore High Court issued a 3-page order on smog relief petitions.

The Lahore High Court has ordered the schools to provide transport to the children after the winter vacation as part of measures combat smog, while the court said that the education department is being given final notices in this regard.

During the hearing, the court praised the steps taken by the transport department while the advocate general told the court that the Punjab government is taking steps to control smog and cases are being registered against those who burn crop residues.

On the other hand, Punjab Education Department announced schedule of winter vacations  and vocations will begin in province from December 20.

Secretary Schools Punjab Khalid Nazir Watto said in a statement that winter vacations are taking place in Punjab from December 20.

Secretary Schools Punjab said that till 10 January 2025 there will be winter vacation in schools, there will be 20 days of winter vacation in schools.

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