PM Sharif Vows to Expand Daanish Schools Nationwide

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In a move aimed at bridging the educational divide, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced the nationwide expansion of the Daanish Schools program. Previously limited to Punjab province, these schools offer free, high-quality education to underprivileged children.

Speaking at a ceremony in Islamabad, PM Sharif declared, “Elite education should not remain a monopoly of wealthy families. Every child of Pakistan deserves the best quality of education, which will help us shape our destiny.”

The Daanish Schools initiative, launched in 2010 when Sharif served as Chief Minister of Punjab, has garnered praise for its success. These schools not only provide free education but also offer boarding facilities, ensuring students from remote areas can access the program.

Fmous Journalist, Founder & Editor of The Pakistan Daily, Hamza Azhar Salam wrote on X (formerly Twitter):

Premier @CMShehbaz announces Daanish Schools across Pakistan. Elite education should not remain a monopoly of wealthy families. Every child of Pakistan deserves the best quality of education which will help us shape our destiny. Onwards and upwards! @PakPMO pic.twitter.com/2jaP4n7UCq

— Hamza Azhar Salam (@HamzaAzhrSalam) April 9, 2024

The Prime Minister’s announcement targets provinces like Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir. He emphasized the government’s commitment to funding construction and ensuring the program’s smooth rollout in these regions.

“Thousands of children are out of schools today,” Sharif lamented. “This initiative is our resolve to get these children enrolled and provide them with the opportunities they deserve.”

The announcement has been met with optimism from education advocates. The Daanish Schools’ model, with its focus on meritocratic admissions and quality resources, offers a promising path towards a more equitable education system in Pakistan.

While details regarding the number of schools planned and the timeline for implementation remain to be announced, PM Sharif’s commitment to expanding the program signifies a significant step towards educational reform in the country.