ISLAMABAD: The Government of Japan on Thursday provided grant assistance of 1,686 million Japanese Yen to upgrade 20 primary girls’ schools into elementary schools in rural areas of Pakistan’s Sindh province.
The inauguration ceremony of the “Project for Upgrading Primary Girls’ schools into Elementary Schools in Rural Areas of Sindh” was organised today at Government Elementary School Radho Jokhio, UC Gadap, Karachi.
As per the press release issued today by the Embassy of Japan in Pakistan, the project improved and expanded 60 classrooms, creating a safer and more conducive learning environment for girls. The upgraded schools benefit approximately 2,400 girls annually by enabling them to continue their studies within their local communities.
Ambassador of Japan AKAMATSU, reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to supporting Pakistan’s education sector, particularly by promoting opportunities for girls in underserved areas.
Mr. AKAMATSU expressed hope that improved educational facilities would encourage more girls to contribute to their education and contribute positively to their communities.
SHINOZAKI Yusuke, Chief Representative of JICA Pakistan Office, appreciated the strong collaboration among the Government of Sindh, colleagues of this project, local community, and all stakeholders that contributed to the successful completion of the project. He noted that the upgraded schools would provide female students with improved facilities and a better environment for learning and growth.
Japan and JICA remain committed to strengthening cooperation with Pakistan and supporting inclusive and sustainable development through education.
The ceremony was attended by AKAMATSU Shuichi, Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, Syed Sardar Ali Shah, Minister for Education & Literacy, the Government of Sindh; representatives of the School Education & Literacy Department, the Government of Sindh and SHINOZAKI Yusuke, Chief Representative of JICA Pakistan Office, along with teachers, students, parents, colleagues of this project and other stakeholders.
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