The Punjab Education Foundation (PEF) has issued a significant directive concerning the operational standards for private educational institutions across the province. This order mandates the closure of schools functioning on plots that fail to meet a minimum size requirement, emphasizing safety and improved infrastructure for students.
The new policy requires that all schools maintain a minimum land area of ten marlas. This move is part of a broader regulatory effort to ensure that educational facilities provide an appropriate and safe environment for learning. The PEF directive specifically targets schools currently operating on undersized premises.
Compliance Requirements and Deadline
School owners have been given a specific window to align their facilities with the new regulations. Failure to adhere to these rules by the deadline will result in strict penalties.
- Deadline for Compliance: November 10, 2025.
- Compliance Options: Institutions must take one of the following two actions:
- Relocate the school to a larger building that meets or exceeds the ten-marla plot requirement.
- Expand the existing school premises to achieve the minimum land area specified by the PEF.
If relocation is necessary, school management must notify PEF authorities immediately. The foundation will conduct inspections to verify that the new premises satisfy all regulatory standards before formal approval is granted.
Legal Consequences Await Non-Compliant Schools
Officials linked to the initiative have made it clear that adherence to the directive is non-negotiable.
Regarding the enforcement, officials stated that “Failure to comply with the directives will result in legal consequences.” This statement underscores the seriousness with which the Punjab government, through the PEF, is pursuing its goal of raising infrastructure standards in private education. The action aims to secure the safety and academic well-being of thousands of students enrolled in schools across Punjab.
The latest information regarding this policy change was published by various Pakistani news platforms following the PEF announcement.
