6,220 Sindh schools declared unsafe ahead of monsoon

The Sindh government has ordered the suspension of teaching activities at 6,220 schools after their buildings were declared unsafe.

The decision has been taken ahead of and during the monsoon season, when heavy rains can further weaken already damaged structures. Authorities have decided to temporarily shift students from these schools to nearby educational institutions.

The Sindh Education Department has directed deputy commissioners to identify suitable alternative schools close to the affected buildings. The aim is to ensure that students can continue their education without being exposed to unsafe structures.

Officials have not yet provided a timeline for repairing the damaged school buildings. It is also unclear when the repair work will begin or how long it will take to complete.

There is also no clear schedule for students to return to their original schools. Their return will depend on the completion of necessary repairs and the buildings being declared safe for educational activities.

The affected schools are spread across 30 districts of Sindh. Badin, Mirpurkhas and Tharparkar have reported the highest number of schools operating from unsafe buildings.

The move highlights the continuing challenges faced by the education sector in the province, particularly in areas where school infrastructure requires urgent attention.