ISLAMABAD: Addressing the annual oath-taking ceremony of the Pakistan Chamber of Education, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Khan Kundi emphasized that improving and expanding the education system is a priority. He stated that collaboration between the private and public sectors is essential for quality education, and private educational institutions can revolutionize the system by enhancing its standards. He added that many problems can be solved through mutual discussion.
During the ceremony, oaths were taken by the newly elected office-bearers from Islamabad, Sindh, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Punjab, including district and divisional presidents, executive members, and the advisory council.
Former Senator and Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, Siraj-ul-Haq, Sardar Shah Jahan Yusuf, Parliamentary Leader of KPK Provincial Assembly, National Assembly members Malik Abrar Ahmed, Daniyal Chaudhry (Parliamentary Secretary Information & Broadcasting), MNA Ms. Sehar Kamran, Chairperson of the Private Educational Institutions Regulatory Authority (PEIRA) Madam Zia Batool, Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Education Hasan Saqlain, and Director General of the Pakistan Institute of Education Dr. Shahid Saroya also addressed the event.
Former Senator and Amir of Jamaat-e-Islami Pakistan, Siraj-ul-Haq, stressed that a strong nation ensures a secure future for the country. He expressed concern that enemies are trying to weaken the beliefs of Muslims and that the rulers have caused irreparable damage to the ideology of Pakistan. He said that modern schools must combine modern education with Islamic teachings, as the integration of Quran and Hadith with contemporary education is essential. He praised the achievements of the Pakistan Chamber of Education for uniting the private sector and highlighting its issues in a short span of time.
National Assembly members Malik Abrar Ahmed and Daniyal Chaudhry said that without modern technology, it is impossible to compete with developed countries. They also highlighted that educating the youth is a noble cause, with teachers playing a crucial role in shaping students’ character and unlocking their hidden potential.
Chairperson of PEIRA, Madam Zia Batool, acknowledged the active role of private educational institutions in increasing the literacy rate and promised to help alleviate the challenges they face. She praised the exemplary and commendable performance of the Pakistan Chamber of Education.
MNA Sehar Kamran remarked that an educated and civilized society is equipped to face the challenges of the 21st century. Hasan Saqlain and Dr. Shahid Saroya emphasized that Pakistan is facing numerous challenges, and the younger generation must focus on quality education alongside their personal development.
The host of the event, Hafiz Muhammad Basharat, President of the Chamber of Education Islamabad, emphasized the need for a comprehensive plan to achieve literacy goals through the collaboration of private educational institutions.
Former Presidents of the Pakistan Chamber of Education, Haji Muhammad Ashfaq Warraich and Muhammad Bashir Hattar, pointed out that private educational institutions, which bear 60% of the educational burden and provide employment to millions, are facing immense challenges. They are troubled by interference from various departments, which is not only affecting education but also causing mental stress and exacerbating problems.
At the event, the newly elected President Muhammad Asif and his team took their oaths, alongside district and divisional presidents, as well as members from Sindh, Balochistan, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir.
