KARACHI:
Dera Murad Jamali, the main tehsil of Nasirabad district and its administrative centre, is located approximately 300 kilometres from Quetta. Within this tehsil, there are three government boys’ schools, with the Government Boys Model High School being the largest. Additionally, there is one degree college each for boys and girls. The district is often referred to as the green belt of Balochistan and has a population of approximately 500,000. According to the 2017 census, only 23.3% of the population is educated and continuing their education, leaving 76.7% uneducated.
Alarmingly, around 90% of girls in the district now express a desire to pursue education and secure their futures. However, they face numerous obstacles including transportation issues, inadequate school or college facilities and severe electricity shortages especially during the summer. Often, faculty members are either unavailable or fail to attend classes, further compromising the already fragile education system. This system is woefully inadequate with the culture of cheating being widespread. Schools are supposed to be the foundation of socialisation, yet if students resort to cheating at this level, how can they be expected to pursue a better education in the future? It sets a poor example for other learners, perpetuating a cycle of academic dishonesty. The purpose of this letter is to highlight the deplorable situation so that the government can address these dire conditions.
The local community is deeply concerned and urges the authorities to inspect school buildings. I also request that the Commissioner of Naseerabad take strict action to address the lack of facilities and cleanliness at the schools, repair the collapsed walls, provide clean drinking water and ensure the availability of basic amenities. The District Education Officers should visit the school to assess the presence of both faculty members and students. Students urgently need access to a better quality of education and an increased awareness of its importance, as many are leaving school due to these challenging conditions.
Abdul Nabi
Nasirabad
