Lahore: Decision has been taken to close all schools all over Punjab in view of severe smog situation.The decision has been taken in the light of complaints received from the districts. Smog is causing allergy and eyes infection .Decision has been taken to shut all government and private schools till November 17.Education minister Rana Sikandar Hayat said they realize the educational loss to children but step for closing schools has been taken under extreme compulsion. Its aim is protecting children against fatal effects of smog.