No P.A / Dir(A&G) 421
01-February-2023
Directorate of Public Instruction (EE), Punjab
Punjab Government Takes Action Against Increasing Thefts in Public Schools:
The Punjab School Education Department has issued an official notification addressing the alarming rise in thefts at government schools across the province. A special intelligence report revealed that the lack of interest from administrative staff has contributed to the increased incidents of stolen school property, prompting serious concern from the authorities.
The Directorate of Public Instruction (EE), Punjab, has directed Chief Executive Officers (DEAs) across Punjab to take immediate preventive measures to safeguard government assets in public schools. The notification highlights that any negligence in addressing theft cases will lead to disciplinary action against those responsible.
To combat this issue, school administrations are expected to strengthen security, implement surveillance measures, and ensure accountability for missing government property. Additionally, authorities have been instructed to submit reports on theft cases for further action by the Punjab Government.
This directive aims to protect public school infrastructure and prevent future losses due to security negligence. Please find the official notification below:
No P.A / Dir(A&G) 421
Directorate of Public Instruction (EE)
Punjab, Lahore
Dated: 01/02/2023
To
All the Chief Executive Officer (DEA),
In Punjab.
SUBJECT: THEFT IN GOVERNMENT SCHOOLS AND LACK OF INTEREST OF CONCERNED AUTHORITIES.
Reference Govt. of the Punjab, School Education Department letter No. SO (Probe) 2-1/2023 dated 24-01-2023 (Copy enclosed). The Competent Authority has showed great concern over the special report of the Intelligence Agency on the surging cases of theft in various Government Schools due to least interest of concerned Administrative Staff.
2. You are hereby directed to take necessary steps to halt this alarming situation and to ensure the protection of Government assets of Public Schools. In case of finding any delinquency, disciplinary proceedings may be initiated against the accused as per law. The report may be submitted to this Directorate for onward transmission to the Government without fail.
DIRECTOR (A&G)
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION (EE)
PUNJAB, LAHORE
Ensuring Security in Government Schools – Authorities Must Act Now:
The increasing incidents of theft in government schools raise serious concerns about school security and the lack of effective supervision by responsible authorities. To prevent further losses, the Punjab Government has urged school administrations and district education officials to take immediate action.
To ensure a safe and secure learning environment, government schools must:
✅ Install CCTV cameras and improve surveillance systems.
✅ Strengthen security measures and deploy watchmen where necessary.
✅ Conduct regular inspections to monitor government assets.
✅ Take strict action against negligence leading to property theft.
The Punjab School Education Department has made it clear that any failure to comply with these directives will result in disciplinary action. The government remains committed to ensuring that public schools remain secure, well-maintained, and free from mismanagement.
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