In a significant move aimed at addressing the shortage of teachers in primary schools, the Sindh Education Department has declared its plan to hire thousands of educators. This decision, impacting 15,380 teaching positions in primary schools throughout the province, comes as part of a comprehensive effort to enhance the education sector.
Under the guidance of H.R. Wang, the School Education Department has meticulously completed all necessary preparations to facilitate this large-scale recruitment process. The upcoming provincial cabinet meeting is expected to deliberate on and approve these crucial appointments, marking a significant step forward in bolstering the educational landscape of Sindh.
Meanwhile, the neighboring province of Punjab is also grappling with a pronounced scarcity of teachers in government schools. The vacancy count for primary teaching positions has surged from 45,000 to a staggering 115,000, highlighting the pressing need for immediate interventions to bridge this gap.
A recent report has shed light on the acute shortage of teachers in over 9,000 primary schools across Sindh, where each school typically hosts only two to three teachers. This scarcity underscores the urgency of initiatives aimed at attracting and retaining qualified teaching professionals to ensure quality education for all students.
Amidst these developments, an incident in the Kandhkot area of Sindh has brought attention to the safety concerns faced by educators. Allah Rakhi, a school teacher, encountered a robbery attempt while returning home from school. Her decision to carry a weapon stemmed from unresolved security complaints, highlighting the importance of addressing safety issues for teachers across the region.
These ongoing efforts and challenges underscore the critical role of robust recruitment strategies, enhanced security measures, and sustained investments in the education sector to create a conducive environment for learning and teaching in Sindh and beyond.
