ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has announced a 15-day winter vacation starting December 24, 2025.
According to a notification issued by IHC Registrar Muhammad Yar Walana and approved by Chief Justice Sardar Muhammad Sarfraz Dogar, the court will remain closed from December 24, 2025, to January 8, 2026.
Earlier, the Government of Balochistan announced winter vacations of two and a half months for schools in cold areas, starting December 16. This long break is given every year to protect students from harsh winter weather. Schools in these regions will reopen on March 1.
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In Chaman, annual exams for junior classes are already in progress. The Education Department said exams for students of classes one to seven started on November 16 and will continue until November 24. Class 8 exams, held under the Balochistan Board, will begin on November 24.
Meanwhile, Punjab has also released its winter vacation schedule. Schools across the province will remain closed from December 23, 2025, to January 12, 2026. All institutions will reopen on January 13. The department said both public and private schools must follow the same dates to ensure a uniform break for all students.
The announcements come as temperatures are expected to fall sharply in late December. Authorities say the vacations will provide relief to students during the peak winter season. Education departments in both provinces have also instructed school administrations to complete exams and all pre-vacation activities on time.
