ISLAMABAD, Jul 23 (APP):Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) handed over 20 schools primary girls’ schoools, upgraded into elementary schools in rural areas of Sindh with a grant assistance of 1,686 million Japanese Yen from the Government of Japan. The schools were upgraded under the initiative, “Project for Upgrading Primary Girls’ schools into Elementary Schools in Rural Areas of Sindh”. The schools were formally inaugurated in a ceremony held at Government …
JICA handed over 20 primary Girls’ Schools upgraded into Elementary Schools in rural Sindh
ISLAMABAD, Jul 23 (APP):Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) handed over 20 schools primary girls’ schoools, upgraded into elementary schools in rural areas of Sindh with a grant assistance of 1,686 million Japanese Yen from the Government of Japan.
The schools were upgraded under the initiative, “Project for Upgrading Primary Girls’ schools into Elementary Schools in Rural Areas of Sindh”. The schools were formally inaugurated in a ceremony held at Government Elementary School Radho Jokhio, UC Gadap, Karachi.
The upgraded schools included 60 classrooms ensuring a safer and more conducive learning environment for girls. Through this project approximately 2,400 girls would be benefited annually by enabling them to continue their studies within their local communities, said a news release received here.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by H.E. Mr. AKAMATSU Shuichi, Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan; Honorable Syed Sardar Ali Shah, Minister for Education and Literacy, the Government of Sindh; representatives of the School Education and Literacy Department, the Government of Sindh; and SHINOZAKI Yusuke, Chief Representative of JICA Pakistan Office, along with teachers, students, parents, colleagues of this project and other stakeholders.
In the ceremony, Ambassador AKAMATSU, reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to supporting Pakistan’s education sector, particularly by promoting opportunities for girls in undeserved areas.
Ambassador AKAMATSU expressed hope that improved educational facilities would encourage more girls to contribute to their education and contribute positively to their communities.
Mr. SHINOZAKI Yusuke, Chief Representative of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Pakistan Office, appreciated the strong collaboration among the Government of Sindh, colleagues of this project, local community, and all stakeholders that contributed to the successful completion of the project. Mr. SHINOZAKI noted that the upgraded schools would provide female students with improved facilities and a better environment for learning and growth.
Japan and JICA remain committed to strengthening cooperation with Pakistan and supporting inclusive and sustainable development through education.
