Crackdown on unregistered schools launched in Lahore

The District Education Authority has formally launched a crackdown on unregistered schools and academies across Lahore, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Saturday.

According to the authority, notices have been served to a total of 744 unregistered schools across the provincial capital.

Punjab Minister for Education Rana Sikandar Hayat Khan said that as per the Punjab Private Educational Institution Ordinance 1984, every education institution is bound for registration.

Rana Sikandar Hayat Khan advised all the private schools and academies to register their school or academies; otherwise, stern action will be taken against them.

School administrations have been directed to submit their responses within three days, failing which legal action will be initiated in accordance with the law.

The authority warned that unregistered schools could face fines ranging from Rs300,000 to Rs4 million under the applicable regulations. 

The Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat said that obtaining a Fitness Certificate is mandatory; otherwise, the school or academy will be sealed.

Reporter: Junaid Riaz