The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has decided to reopen colleges in the province from tomorrow to settle administrative matters, including admissions, following strict implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for curbing the spread of the coronavirus, Radio Pakistan reported.

According to the Directorate of Higher Education, only the principal and five faculty members will be allowed on working days. Similarly, hostels, offices and classrooms will be disinfected twice daily.

However, regular classes in schools and colleges will start on September 15, subject to a final review of the overall coronavirus situation.

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