No.SO(G)MISC/2025
10-May-2025
Higher Education Department, Government Of The Punjab
Punjab Higher Education Department Cracks Down on Fake News with New Verification Cell:
In a significant move to combat misinformation, the Higher Education Department (HED) of Punjab has established a dedicated 24/7 verification cell to authenticate official notifications, circulars, and announcements. The initiative aims to prevent the spread of fake news and ensure accurate, timely information reaches students, educators, and the general public.
The newly launched helpline (042-99210039-42) will serve as a centralized verification hub for all HED-related communications. All stakeholders, including public sector universities, colleges, and autonomous bodies, are advised to confirm the authenticity of any HED-related information before sharing it further.
This step reflects the government’s commitment to transparency and efficiency in higher education governance. Stay updated with Vocal Pakistan for verified government notifications and policy changes. Please find notification:
GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB
HIGHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Dated Lahore, the 10th May, 2025
CIRCULAR
No.SO(G)MISC/2025. It is hereby notified for the general public, officers / officials working in public sector universities / colleges and other attached / autonomous bodies of Higher Education Department, that in order the ensure the rightful dissemination of any notification /circular/ information relating to Higher Education Department and to avoid any uncertainty caused by circulation of fake news, the Higher Education Department has established a dedicated cell at Higher Education Department with a 24 hours hotline 042-99210039-42. All the concerned are requested to get the confirmation of any notification / circular /information relating to Higher Education Department from the above-mentioned cell before passing the information any further.
02. The Higher Education Department remains committed to serve its officers / officials and general public in the best possible manner through ensuring dissemination of accurate, correct and timely information.
ADDITIONAL SECRETARY (E&G)
HIGHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

Why This Verification System Matters for Punjab’s Education Sector:
The HED Punjab’s new verification cell is a game-changer in the fight against misinformation and fake circulars. By providing a 24/7 helpline, the department ensures that students, teachers, and officials receive only authentic updates, reducing confusion and maintaining trust in official communications.
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