No. 5421-92 /File No 556/Vol-1/G.B
22-February-2025
Directorate Of Elementary & Secondary Education Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
KPK Bans Study Tours and Picnics for Schools Across the Province:
In a recent directive, the Directorate of Elementary & Secondary Education, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has issued an official notification banning all school study tours and picnics across the province, including the merged tribal areas. This decision follows an earlier order (No. 5279-5335/File No. 556/Vol-1/G.B, dated 21.02.2025), which has now been declared void ab initio in the public interest.
The notification instructs all District Education Officers (Male & Female) to ensure strict compliance with the directive. While the reason for the decision is not explicitly stated, such measures are often taken due to security concerns, academic priorities, or unforeseen circumstances affecting students’ well-being.
This sudden cancellation of school outings has raised concerns among students and parents who were looking forward to educational and recreational trips. Schools and institutions across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will now have to adjust their schedules and plans accordingly. For full details, please find the official notification below:
DIRECTORATE OF ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY
EDUCATION KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA PESHAWAR
No. 5421-92 /File No 556/Vol-1/G.B
Dated the Peshawar 22/022025
To
The District Education Officers (Male & Female),
Including Merged Areas in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
SUBJECT: NO STUDY TOUR OR PICNIC
I am directed to refer to letter No 5279-5335/File No 556/Vol-1/G.B dated 21.02.2025 on the subject cited above and to recall the letter ibid void ab initio in the public interest please.
Additional Director (Estab Male)
Directorate of Elementary & Secondary Education
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Peshawar
Impact of KPK’s Ban on Study Tours and Picnics in Schools:
The ban on study tours and school picnics in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is expected to affect extracurricular activities and experiential learning opportunities for students. Many schools had planned educational trips as part of their curriculum, and this sudden cancellation might cause disappointment among students and educators alike. While the Directorate of Education KPK has yet to provide a detailed explanation, such measures are often implemented due to safety concerns or government policies regarding student welfare. Schools are advised to stay updated with further directives from the authorities.
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