Students in all government and private schools across Lahore must now wear masks as education authorities tighten safety measures against worsening smog.

The District Education Authority Lahore has issued instructions to school administrations, making mask use compulsory and ordering strict implementation of official smog prevention guidelines.

The decision aims to protect students from harmful air pollution, which can cause breathing difficulties and other health problems.

Schools directed to enforce smog SOPs

According to the instructions, all public and private school administrations must ensure that students wear masks during school hours.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Education Authority has also directed schools to encourage students to drink plenty of water throughout the day.

School administrations have been asked to organise awareness seminars to educate students about the dangers of smog and ways to protect themselves.

Authorities stress students' health protection

Officials have instructed schools to strictly follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) issued to prevent the harmful effects of smog.

These measures are intended to reduce students' exposure to polluted air and improve awareness about respiratory health.

School administrations have been directed to take the instructions seriously and ensure that all precautionary measures are followed.

With air pollution remaining a major concern in Lahore, authorities are focusing on preventive steps to protect children, who are particularly vulnerable to the harmful effects of polluted air.