- Secretary Nadeem Mahbub visited schools in Jagiot, Darkala and Herno in Nilore Sector.
- He ordered immediate repairs to deteriorating buildings, sanitation and boundary walls.
- Students in buildings declared unsafe are to be given alternative arrangements.
- Concerns over alleged illegal excavation near Herno Thanda Pani School are to be raised with the Assistant Commissioner Nilore.
Federal Education Secretary Nadeem Mahbub has ordered immediate repairs at schools in Islamabad's rural Nilore Sector after finding run-down buildings, poor sanitation and damaged boundary walls. He also directed that students in buildings declared unsafe be given alternative arrangements so their studies are not disrupted.
The secretary visited several schools in the area to review facilities, infrastructure and the overall learning environment.
What the Secretary Inspected
Mr Mahbub toured schools in Jagiot, Darkala and Herno. He inspected classrooms, laboratories and libraries during the visits.
He also held discussions with school heads on teachers' training, the integration of technology and the use of science facilities.
Orders on Unsafe Buildings and Sanitation
Taking notice of deteriorating buildings, inadequate sanitation and damaged boundary walls, the secretary directed the authorities concerned to start repairs without delay. He stressed that students' safety must be ensured.
For children studying in buildings that have been declared unsafe, he ordered alternative arrangements to prevent any disruption of their education.
CDA Renovation Work at Herno Thanda Pani
The secretary also reviewed renovation and rehabilitation projects under way at two schools in Herno Thanda Pani. The Capital Development Authority (CDA) is carrying out this work on the Prime Minister's directions.
Mr Mahbub appreciated the progress made so far. He stressed that the projects must be finished on time and in line with the prescribed standards.
Concern Over Alleged Illegal Excavation
The secretary additionally instructed FDE officials to raise concerns over alleged illegal excavation near Herno Thanda Pani School. The matter is to be taken up with the Assistant Commissioner Nilore.
He also asked the officials to pursue the construction of a boundary wall for the school with the CDA.
FDE officials are to take up the alleged illegal excavation with the Assistant Commissioner Nilore and pursue a boundary wall with the CDA. The renovation projects at the two Herno Thanda Pani schools are expected to be completed on time and to the prescribed standards.
Questions and answers
Which schools did the Education Secretary visit?
Federal Education Secretary Nadeem Mahbub visited schools in Jagiot, Darkala and Herno in the Nilore Sector of Islamabad. He also reviewed renovation work at two schools in Herno Thanda Pani.
What did he order for students in unsafe buildings?
He ordered alternative arrangements for students studying in buildings declared unsafe, so that their education is not disrupted.
Who is carrying out the renovation at the Herno Thanda Pani schools?
The Capital Development Authority is executing the renovation and rehabilitation projects at the two schools, on the Prime Minister's directions.
