CM calls for countering enemy propaganda

Bugti urges teachers to go against false narratives

QUETTA:

Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti has urged teachers to play their role in spreading awareness and counter enemy propaganda.

"Propaganda by enemies of Pakistan to mislead the youth towards violence and criminal activities should be countered," he said.

Sarfraz Bugti, while expressing his views in the 'Safar Mualim' organised by Voice of Balochistan, said that various qualified educationists and intellectuals, called from other provinces to train the local teachers, were sent back in the past. He said this resulted in the province is still suffering in various forms.

"Through an organised conspiracy on social media, the youth is being misled against the state," he said, pointing out that it is the responsibility of local teachers to root out this false narrative from society.

Teachers from across the province were invited in the programme organised under the title 'Safar Mualim'.

Bugti said that the teachers have a responsibility to educate the students about the difference between perception and reality by imparting modern skills and modern day requirements.

The government is opening new avenues for the youth of the province to play their positive role in the development of the country.

He said that the provincial government has initiated the Benazir Bhutto Scholarship Programme for the first time in history. Under the scheme, 10 toppers, boys and girls each from every district, including minorities, will be provided scholarships.

He urged teachers to promote patriotism to the youth, including love for the country and social ethics which have been distinctive qualities of the region's forefathers.

He also asked that teachers guide the youth positively by acquainting them with reality.