Lahore: The Nawaz Sharif Centre of Excellence for Special Education has been inaugurated in the remote area of Hassan Abdal, marking the establishment of the first such facility for children with special needs in the Rawalpindi Division. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif officially opened the center, participating in the ceremony alongside special girls.

According to Directorate General Public Relation – Govt of Punjab, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif inspected classrooms designed for children with hearing and speech impairments during her visit. She observed teaching methods for children with physical disabilities and visited the music and activity rooms.

In the music room, the chief minister was moved by a performance from special student Sawaira, who sang two songs, prompting the chief minister to express her affection. Maryam Nawaz Sharif also engaged with the children by singing a national song with them and receiving handmade cards.

The chief minister interacted with Ahmed Ali, a child born without arms and legs, whose story deeply moved the participants. Ahmed Ali shared his parents’ initial concerns for his future, leading the chief minister to praise the resilience of the special children.

Additionally, the chief minister met with a girl who had suffered acid burns and her mother, offering her support and expressing admiration for their strength.