Fake notification on summer holidays in Punjab schools goes viral: Education Dept issues clarification
Babushahi Bureau
Mohali (Punjab), May 21, 2025: A notification claiming that summer holidays in all government, aided, and private schools across Punjab will begin from May 22 to June 30, 2025, has been widely circulated on social media.
The circular, attributed to the Education Department, cited extreme heat warnings issued by the Meteorological Department and concerns for students' health and safety.
However, the School Education Department of Punjab has officially clarified that the notification is fake. Authorities stated that no such order has been issued declaring holidays from May 22, and urged the public and schools not to believe in such rumors.
The department further advised everyone to rely only on official announcements made through the Education Department's official website and verified channels.