Sindh government has announced new school timings for holy month of Ramadan. Changes apply to both single and double-shift schools across the province.
New Timings in Sindh
According to Sindh Education Department, primary schools running in two shifts will follow these hours:
- First shift: 7:30 am to 11:30 am
- Second shift: 11:45 am to 2:45 pm
Single-shift primary schools will operate from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm.
On Fridays, timings will be slightly different:
- First shift: 7:30 am to 10:30 am
- Second shift: 11:45 am to 1:15 pm
- Single-shift schools: 8:00 am to 11:30 am
For secondary and higher secondary schools, schedule will be:
- First shift: 7:30 am to 11:30 am
- Second shift: 11:45 am to 2:45 pm
- Single-shift schools: 8:00 am to 12:30 pm
On Fridays, these schools will close earlier:
- First shift ends at: 10:30 am
- Second shift ends at: 1:15 pm
- Single-shift schools close at: 11:30 am
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Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah approved these changes to help students and teachers who are fasting.
Proposed Changes in Punjab
Meanwhile, Punjab’s School Education Department has suggested reducing school hours during Ramadan. Proposal includes:
- Girls’ schools: 7:30 am to 12:15 pm
- Boys’ schools: 8:00 am to 12:30 pm
Currently, schools in Punjab operate until 2:30 pm for boys and 2:45 pm for girls.
Final decision in Punjab will be made after further discussions with education officials. New timings are expected to begin on first day of Ramadan.
These changes aim to make it easier for students and teachers to manage their studies while fasting.
Parents and teachers are encouraged to follow the updated schedules to ensure a smooth transition. Schools will inform students about any further adjustments if needed. Government hopes these changes will provide a more comfortable learning environment during Ramadan.