Over 717,000 children enrolled in Balochistan public schools in two years: CM

Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti has announced that the government’s education reforms are producing tangible results as more than 717,000 children have been enrolled in public schools across the province over the past two years, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

According to the Chief Minister’s post on X platform on Saturday, the reforms have led to a five percent reduction in dropout rates and an 11 percent increase in student retention, reflecting growing public confidence in government policies.

CM Bugti highlighted that 3,778 previously non-functional schools have been restored, enabling thousands of children, especially in remote areas, to rejoin the education system.

CM Bugti emphasized that quality education is the key to ending Balochistan’s backwardness, securing the future of its youth, and ensuring sustainable development. He reiterated that the government will not tolerate negligence, corruption, or inefficiency in the education sector.

To strengthen accountability, a monitoring system has been introduced to ensure teacher attendance, school functionality, and improvement in educational standards.

CM Sarfraz Bugti reaffirmed his commitment to introducing further reforms and building a modern education system aligned with contemporary needs, so that Balochistan’s youth can play a meaningful role in national progress.…Read more by News Desk