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G-B races ahead in tech revolution - The Express Tribune

Last updated Thursday, December 29, 2022 01:05 ET

ISLAMABAD:
Qandeel Sahar, a differently abled student of Grade 9 at Government Girls High School Bubar, Gilgit, had lost her seven family members in the recent devastating floods along with the hope to live. But she was brought back to life by the efforts of her teachers.
The tragic tale of young Sahar was aired in a small room at the Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) House, Islamabad to showcase the efforts of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) regional government that has quietly revolutionised the education sector in collaboration with the public and private sectors over the past six months.
Traumatised by the sudden death of her mother, five sisters and a brother, Sahar had also lost hope. But she stated that due to the efforts of her teachers, she was brought back to life.
Over the past six months, the regional government has tried to bring drastic changes to the education and health sectors but without rocking the boat. It has introduced facilities like imparting training in artificial intelligence and robotic laboratories in government facilities in remote regions that are not yet available in many developed parts of Pakistan.
“While remaining within the system, one can still do a lot with a right combination of good ideas, an energetic team and partnership with all stakeholders,” said Muhyuddin Wani, Chief Secretary of G-B.
“When I visited a primary school and inquired how many children had breakfast in the morning, there was only one affirmative reply,” said Wani.
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