LAHORE: The Punjab government has directed all public and private schools across the province to install “panic buttons” linked with the Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) Public Safety App to ensure a quick response during emergencies.
According to a notification issued by the Punjab School Education Department, all schools must ensure 100 percent installation and proper working of the panic buttons connected to the PSCA app.
The decision was taken to improve the security of educational institutions after a high-level meeting at the Home Department on March 3. During the meeting, officials proposed installing panic buttons in all public and private schools so that authorities can respond quickly in emergency situations.
The notification states that Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of District Education Authorities (DEAs) have been instructed to ensure that all school heads implement the system without delay.
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The panic buttons are part of the PSCA’s integrated public safety network. Once pressed, the system sends an instant alert to law enforcement agencies, allowing them to respond quickly in case of any emergency.
The notification says schools must ensure complete installation and activation of the panic buttons as soon as possible.
It also encourages school staff and students to register with the PSCA system to improve the effectiveness of the emergency response network.
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The order further directs officials to strictly follow the instructions and share them at all levels to ensure immediate implementation.
The provincial government says it is using modern technology to strengthen school security and ensure a fast response system to protect students and staff across Punjab.
