In line with ongoing austerity measures, the Punjab Health Department has announced that first and second year MBBS classes will now be held online on Fridays and Saturdays.
The move is intended to make better use of resources while ensuring that early-year medical students continue their education without interruption.
An official notification stated that “this arrangement will continue until further instructions,” marking a temporary change under the province’s cost-saving initiative.
Senior MBBS Students Continue On-Campus
The department clarified that third, fourth, and final year MBBS classes will continue on campus as usual. This ensures that senior students receive essential clinical and practical training without any disruption.
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Nursing and allied health students will also continue their hospital duties as scheduled, highlighting the commitment to maintaining healthcare services alongside academic programs.
Exams and Teaching Schedule Remain Unchanged
The notification emphasized that all examinations will follow the previously announced schedule with no changes to exam dates. Faculty responsibilities will continue according to the established teaching plan.
This directive applies to all relevant medical institutions across Punjab, reflecting a province-wide policy. Officials said the decision aims to balance the ongoing austerity drive with the need to maintain high academic standards and uninterrupted healthcare services.