The provincial administration of Sindh has made the critical decision to postpone the intermediate examinations that were scheduled to start on May 22 as the oppressive heat wave continues to spread across the province. Making the statement on Sunday, the decision was made in reaction to the region’s current extreme weather conditions.
Exam postponement was suggested by Muhammad Ali Malkani, Minister of Universities and Boards, and was quickly accepted by Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah. As a result, the tests will now start on May 27 rather than the original date.
This modification was formally announced by the Universities and Boards Department in an effort to reduce the suffering brought on by the extreme heat. The urgency of this decision is further highlighted by the Meteorological Department’s heat wave advisory, which indicates harsh weather conditions across the plains of Punjab and Sindh.
The postponement is an attempt to protect pupils’ health in light of the unfavourable weather conditions. Rescheduling the tests is a timely intervention to safeguard the safety and health of all stakeholders, as the heat wave has raised significant health concerns.
As the temperature rises over the next few days, Karachi, the provincial capital, continues to struggle with the unbearable heat. The public has been alerted by meteorologists to the ongoing heat wave, with temperatures expected to reach 38 to 40°C and heavy humidity.
Karachiites prepare for extended pain as the heatwave continues, with little hope of respite in the form of rainfall anticipated anytime soon. The probability of three heatwaves occurring in different Pakistani cities in the next few weeks has also been highlighted in warnings sent by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
