Punjab Directs Urgent Repairs and Reconstruction of Unsafe Government School Buildings in Lahore
The Punjab government has directed authorities to begin immediate repair and reconstruction work on 135 government school buildings in Lahore that have been identified as unsafe or in poor structural condition.
According to officials from the Education Department, work on the renovation project had been delayed last year following changes in policy, leaving several planned construction and rehabilitation projects incomplete.
Authorities said that previous incidents involving damaged school buildings highlighted the need for timely repairs. A recent survey conducted by the Strategic Management Unit (SMU) was used to assess the condition of school infrastructure and identify buildings requiring urgent attention.
Officials added that a significant portion of the repair and maintenance work is expected to be completed during the ongoing summer vacations to minimize disruption to academic activities.
In addition to restoring unsafe structures, the project also includes the rehabilitation of school facilities and the construction of additional classrooms where needed.
With the monsoon season approaching, the Education Department has instructed relevant authorities to accelerate construction work to improve the safety of school buildings and help provide a secure learning environment for students and staff.
The repair initiative is part of the government’s broader efforts to strengthen public education infrastructure and enhance safety standards across government schools in Lahore.
