The Lahore District Education Authority (DEA) has stepped up its enforcement campaign against unregistered private schools, announcing plans to seal 30 educational institutions that failed to complete mandatory registration despite receiving multiple notices.
The move comes as authorities tighten oversight of private schools following recent safety concerns in Lahore.
30 Schools Face Sealing
According to education officials, the affected schools did not comply with registration requirements within the prescribed deadline, despite being issued repeated notices.
The Education Authority has now formally sought assistance from the district administration to seal the non-compliant institutions.
Crackdown on Unregistered Schools
The action is part of a broader campaign to ensure that all private educational institutions operate in accordance with provincial laws and safety standards.
Officials say the crackdown will continue against schools that fail to complete the registration process or meet regulatory requirements.
City-Wide School Survey Nears Completion
In a parallel initiative, the Lahore District Education Authority has extended the deadline for its comprehensive survey of both registered and unregistered private schools across the city.
According to Tariq Mahmood, Chief Executive Officer of the Lahore District Education Authority, the survey is expected to conclude today.
The exercise is intended to update official records and identify institutions operating without the required approvals.
More Than 744 Registration Notices Issued
Official figures show that the Education Authority has so far issued more than 744 registration notices to schools across Lahore.
Authorities say legal proceedings will continue against institutions that fail to comply with registration rules and other regulatory requirements.
Focus on Student Safety and Compliance
The intensified enforcement follows heightened scrutiny of private schools after recent incidents in Lahore that raised concerns about building safety and regulatory compliance.
Education officials have reiterated that all schools must meet the prescribed legal, administrative, and safety standards before they are allowed to operate.
