According to an official notification, schools in Mardan, Charsadda, Nowshera and Swabi will now open at 9am.

The Directorate of Elementary and Secondary Education said class duration may be reduced by five minutes where needed. The revised schedule will remain in force until the foggy conditions subside.

All schools have been directed to strictly follow the new instructions issued to ensure the safety of students. The notification has been dispatched to the relevant district authorities, with school heads instructed to ensure full compliance.