Key Takeaways
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif emphasizes equal access to education for all children.
- The PM inaugurates a Daanish School in Islamabad, highlighting the importance of Quaid-e-Azam's vision.
- Shehbaz cites examples of students from disadvantaged backgrounds who have benefited from quality education.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has underscored the need for equal educational opportunities for all children in Pakistan, during an address at the inauguration of a Daanish School in Islamabad on 18 October 2026.
In his speech, the Prime Minister stressed that every child, regardless of their family's wealth or social status, deserves equal access to education, echoing the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
He highlighted that providing equal opportunities in education is crucial for the country to fulfill its aspirations, stating, 'Until we achieve this goal, Pakistan will not be the Pakistan envisioned by Quaid-e-Azam.'
The Prime Minister cited the story of a student from Balochistan who had attended a Daanish School in Dera Ghazi Khan and was now serving as an officer at Punjab Safe Cities. He noted that the school treated the children from different provinces like a caring mother, ensuring they received quality education.
He further emphasized that the accounts of students from disadvantaged backgrounds had moved the audience, illustrating how access to quality education had transformed their lives and opened doors to opportunities that might otherwise have remained out of reach.
In a related development, the Pakistan Endowment Fund has expanded its support nationwide, indicating a broader commitment to educational equity.
The Prime Minister's remarks came as part of a series of initiatives aimed at ensuring that every child in Pakistan has the chance to receive a quality education, thereby contributing to the nation's progress and development.
By stressing the importance of equal opportunities, the Prime Minister is setting a clear direction for the government's future policies and actions in the education sector.
Whether she is the daughter of a poor person or he is the son of a labourer, whether it is an orphan girl or an orphan boy, whether he is the son of a rich person or she is the daughter of a rich person, everyone should have equal opportunities for education and treatment.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of Pakistan
