The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) on Monday postponed the upcoming examination for nine and matric classes due to scorching weather.

The examinations, originally scheduled from May 21 to 27, will now begin on Tuesday, May 28.

“It is further informed that the said examination will now be continued with effect from 28th May 2024 as per schedule. The revised schedule of postponed papers will be issued later on,” the BSEK notification said.

It added that the decision was taken as per the orders of Sindh Minister for Universities and Boards Muhammad Ali Malkani.

The development comes a day after the Sindh government postponed intermediate examinations across the province due to a heatwave.

“Originally scheduled for May 22, the examinations will now commence on May 27,” said a spokesperson of the Universities and Boards Department, adding that the move was approved by CM Murad on the recommendations of Education Minister Muhammad Ali Malkani.

Last week, the Meteorological Department warned of heatwave conditions in most parts of the country, especially Punjab and Sindh from May 21 and a severe heatwave from May 23 to 27.

The Met Office warned that daytime temperatures will remain four to six degrees above normal in both provinces from May 21, and six to eight degrees above between May 23 and 27.

People have also been advised to avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight and drink water.