Islamabad: Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal announced a new educational initiative aimed at incorporating the works of Allama Muhammad Iqbal into the national curriculum. This move is part of a broader strategy to address extremism among the youth in Pakistan.
According to a statement by Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Ahsan Iqbal held a news conference in Islamabad where he emphasized the importance of instilling Iqbal’s ideology in young minds. He confirmed that directives have been sent to the Higher Education Commission to ensure the inclusion of Iqbal’s poetry in educational programs.
The Minister also revealed plans for the government to allocate funds for the revitalization of the Iqbal Academy. He noted that Iqbal’s teachings are seen as crucial for the success of the ‘Uraan Pakistan’ initiative, which outlines key objectives for national development.