KPK Education Card
KPK Education Card, a major meeting of the Department of Education took place in Peshawar, chaired by Ali Amin Khan Gandapur. In this meeting, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa announced a revolutionary initiative called the “Education Emergency.” This decision aims to boost education in the province, especially in underprivileged districts. As part of this effort, the government introduced an “Education Card” to make schooling more affordable and accessible.
| Date | Venue | Location |
| October 23, 2024 | Peshawar | Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
تعلیم کارڈ: پسماندہ اضلاع میں تعلیمی انقلاب
خیبرپختونخوا حکومت نے تعلیم کے فروغ کے لیے “تعلیم کارڈ” کا آغاز کیا ہے، جس کا مقصد صوبے کے پسماندہ اضلاع میں بچوں کو معیاری تعلیم فراہم کرنا ہے۔ اس کارڈ کے تحت کوہستان اپر، کوہستان لوئر، کولئی پالس، تورغر، چترال اپر، چترال لوئر، ٹانک، جنوبی وزیرستان اپر اور جنوبی وزیرستان لوئر کے بچوں کو ماہانہ 1,000 روپے وظیفہ دیا جائے گا۔ اس کے علاوہ، تعلیم کارڈ کے ذریعے بچوں کو نجی سکولوں میں مفت داخلہ بھی دیا جائے گا۔ ابتدائی مرحلے میں 40,000 بچے اس منصوبے سے مستفید ہوں گے، اور بعد میں اسے مزید اضلاع تک بڑھایا جائے گا۔I
Monthly Scholarships for Girls
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Girls from grades 6 to 10, studying in government schools across the province, will receive PKR 500 per month as part of this initiative. Around 550,000 girls are expected to benefit from these monthly scholarships, which will encourage them to continue their education. The total annual cost for these scholarships is PKR 3.1 billion, fully funded by the provincial government.
Free Textbooks and More Educational Support
In addition to scholarships, the Education Card will provide free textbooks to students from grades 1 to 12. Over 50 million textbooks will be distributed to ensure children have the learning materials they need. The card will also offer special ETA scholarships to 506 talented students, giving them even more educational opportunities.
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Chief Minister’s Endowment Fund for Education
To ensure that the Education Card continues in the future, the Chief Minister has announced the creation of a special fund called the “Chief Minister’s Education Emergency Endowment Fund.” With an allocation of PKR 3 billion, this fund will provide financial support to the Education Card program, making it sustainable for years to come.
How to Register for the Education Card
The registration process for the Education Card is designed to be easy for parents and guardians. Here’s how it works:
- Eligibility Check: First, confirm if your child is eligible based on age, school enrolment, and location.
- Prepare Documents: Parents need to gather identification Documents, school admission forms, and other necessary documents according to the District Education Authority.
- Submit Application: You can apply through the Department of Education’s website or by visiting a nearby education office.
- Verification and Approval: After submission, the application will be reviewed, and once approved, the child will receive the Education Card.
Conclusion
The introduction of the Education Card is a significant step forward in improving education in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. With free schooling, scholarships, and learning materials, this initiative is set to transform the lives of thousands of children, particularly in underserved areas. The government’s efforts to establish a sustainable endowment fund further ensure that the program will continue to support education in the long run.
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