Prime Minister Azad Kashmir, Faisal Mumtaz Rathore on Tuesday said reforms in the education sector were essential to improve learning outcomes in a rapidly changing world shaped by modern technology.
Reforms essential to improve learning outcomes, AJK PM
MUZAFFARABAD, Mar 31 (APP): Prime Minister Azad Kashmir, Faisal Mumtaz Rathore on Tuesday said reforms in the education sector were essential to improve learning outcomes in a rapidly changing world shaped by modern technology.
He said this while chairing a high-level meeting of the Education Department (Schools) here on Tuesday. Describing education as the main pillar of development, prosperity and stability of any state, he said merit and transparency in the appointment of teachers were essential for improving the quality of education.
He said aligning curriculum in line with contemporary demands, introducing digital learning opportunities and skill-based education would enable students to effectively face the future challenges.
He reiterated his government’s resolve to utilize all available resources to improve the education system, enhance teachers’ capacity, and upgrade school infrastructure. The Prime Minister said the education system in Azad Kashmir would be transformed into an exemplary, transparent and quality system, where every child has access to quality education without discrimination.
The meeting was attended by Minister for Education, Schools, Diwan Ali Khan Chughtai, Minister for Power Development Organization (PDO) Chaudhry Rashid, Advisor to the Government, Sardar Fahad Yaqoob, Principal Secretary Zafar Mehmood, Secretary Education, Qazi Inayat and others.
During the meeting, education reforms, improving quality, and modernizing the system were discussed in detail. The meeting also reviewed various aspects of the proposed education package for the Education Department and schools.
The meeting further deliberated on a comprehensive strategy aimed at enhancing school administration, promoting modern pedagogical methods, and ensuring that education was aligned with contemporary requirements.
The meeting decided to ensure the establishment and upgradation of schools as per the need, including the provision of educational facilities in remote and backward areas, improvement of school infrastructure and ensuring equal educational opportunities for students.
