PUNJAB’S education landscape has long balanced ambition with structural constraints, where reform efforts have often struggled to translate into classroom realities. In this evolving context, Maryam Nawaz Sharif’s educational vision, particularly through the Public Schools Reorganization Programme (PSRP) and the Punjab Education Foundation (PEF), reflects a pragmatic effort to build on existing frameworks while enhancing access and quality.

Rather than replacing previous systems, the current approach seeks refinement and expansion. The PSRP, which assigns underperforming public schools to private management, has shown potential in improving efficiency, accountability and school functionality. While de-bates continue, the emphasis on ensuring that no child is excluded from education due to poverty or geography aligns closely with Punjab’s pressing needs, where millions remain out of school.

PEF plays a central role in this strategy. By........

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