Islamabad: In a major initiative to address educational disparities, the Pakistani government has committed Rs 7.5 billion towards reintegrating over twenty-six million out-of-school children across the nation. This funding marks a significant step towards fulfilling the country’s educational objectives.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal announced the allocation during a function in Islamabad. He detailed that the project will see a shared financial commitment, with Rs 25 million each being contributed by federal and provincial governments, alongside an equal amount from various partners.

Minister Iqbal also announced the establishment of South Asia’s premier teachers training center in Pakistan, aimed at elevating local educational standards to match the best global practices. This center is part of a broader government strategy to enhance the quality of education through superior teacher training.

Additionally, the Minister addressed the need to improve Pakistan’s literacy rate, currently at sixty percent, stating that a ninety percent literacy rate is essential for the country’s progress and development. To achieve this, he highlighted plans to overhaul the existing examination system to align with international standards, ensuring that assessments are capable of accurately measuring student learning and competencies.

This comprehensive educational reform initiative underscores the government’s commitment to rectifying educational inequities and enhancing the future prospects of its young population.