In a statement on Saturday, he clarified that the notification going viral on social media regarding holiday extension was fake and that there was no proposal under consideration to extend the winter break.

Watto stated that the schools would reopen on January 13, Monday, as previously scheduled.

He urged parents, teachers, and other stakeholders to ignore any misinformation being shared on social media and to verify all news through the official channels of the Punjab Education Department.

The secretary emphasised that any official announcement regarding educational matters, including school holidays or policy changes, would be made through the Education Department’s verified social media accounts.

Watoo urged the people to rely solely on the official ‘School Education Department Punjab’ page for accurate information and updates.