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SHANGLA:
Winter holidays for Shangla and other upper regions of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa begin today (Tuesday) as examinations conclude.
The provincial government has announced holidays for all government and private schools, universities, colleges, and degree-awarding institutions.
According to the issued notification, the holiday schedule will be implemented based on “Summer Zone” and “Winter Zone” classifications to align with regional weather conditions.
For institutions located in the summer zone or plains, winter vacations will be observed from January 1 to January 15, 2026. Given the relatively mild weather in these areas, the shorter break ensures minimal disruption to academic activities.
Meanwhile, education institutions in the winter zone, including hilly and snowbound regions, will have extended winter holidays from December 23 to February 28, 2026. The Higher Education Department stated that the longer break is necessary due to severe cold, snowfall, and travel difficulties, ensuring the safety and convenience of students, teachers, and staff.
The department emphasized that the notification applies uniformly across all public and private institutions in the province.
