Second Shift in Rawalpindi Public Schools Cancelled
The Punjab Education Department has announced the cancellation of the second shift in public schools across Rawalpindi, a decision expected to affect thousands of students enrolled in evening classes. The move comes amid concerns about resource constraints, staffing shortages, and the need to streamline academic operations.
According to officials, the decision was taken after a review highlighted challenges in managing both shifts effectively, including issues of teacher availability, classroom space, and declining enrolments in afternoon sessions. Authorities stated that students previously enrolled in the second shift will be accommodated in morning sessions where possible.
Parents and education activists have expressed concern over the move, warning that it could increase overcrowding in classrooms and limit access to education for children who relied on the second shift due to work or household commitments. Some fear the step could further discourage enrolment in public schools.
The government has assured that measures are being taken to minimize disruptions, including reallocating resources and considering infrastructure upgrades in high-demand schools. However, teachers’ unions argue that instead of cancellation, the second shift system should have been improved through additional investment.
Education experts stress that Rawalpindi’s growing student population requires more inclusive solutions, warning that the decision may deepen educational disparities if alternatives are not provided promptly.
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خلاصہ (اردو میں):
راولپنڈی کے سرکاری اسکولوں میں سیکنڈ شفٹ ختم کر دی گئی ہے۔ والدین اور ماہرین تعلیم نے خدشہ ظاہر کیا ہے کہ اس فیصلے سے طلبہ کی تعلیم متاثر ہوگی، جبکہ حکومت کا کہنا ہے کہ بچوں کو ممکنہ حد تک صبح کی کلاسوں میں ایڈجسٹ کیا جائے گا۔
