Punjab Govt Changes School and Office Timings : Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has announced a major decision to change school and office timings in Punjab in view of the rising temperatures and ongoing heatwave conditions across the state.
As per the new schedule, all government schools and offices in Punjab will operate from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM starting Monday, 25 May. The move aims to ensure safety and comfort for students, teachers, and government employees during extreme summer conditions.
Punjab Govt Change School and Office Timings: Step to Protect Students from Extreme Heat Risks
The Punjab Govt change School and Office Timings has been introduced as a preventive measure to reduce exposure to harsh afternoon heat. Authorities believe this Punjab Govt change School and Office Timings decision will help protect children from heat-related health risks while maintaining smooth academic activities.
ਗਰਮੀ ਨੂੰ ਧਿਆਨ ਵਿਚ ਰੱਖਦਿਆਂ 25 ਮਈ ਦਿਨ ਸੋਮਵਾਰ ਤੋਂ ਸਰਕਾਰੀ ਦਫ਼ਤਰਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਸਾਰੇ ਸਕੂਲਾਂ, ਸਾਰੀਆਂ ਕਲਾਸਾਂ ਦਾ ਸਮਾਂ ਸਵੇਰੇ 7:30 Am ਵਜੇ ਤੋਂ ਦੁਪਹਿਰ 1:30PM ਤੱਕ ਹੋਵੇਗਾ।
— Bhagwant Mann (@BhagwantMann) May 22, 2026
Officials said the Punjab Govt change School and Office Timings order applies uniformly to all government institutions and schools across the state. The revised schedule is expected to improve efficiency by shifting work hours to cooler morning periods.
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CM Mann stated that the Punjab Govt change School and Office Timings reflects the government’s commitment to public welfare, especially during extreme weather conditions. He added that protecting students and staff remains a top priority under this Punjab Govt change School and Office Timings initiative.
The new timings will remain in effect until further notice, depending on weather conditions and heat intensity in the coming days.