Quetta: Governor Balochistan, Jaffar Khan Mandokhail, while addressing a ceremony on World Teachers’ Day, underscored the invaluable role of teachers in shaping society and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to promoting education across the province.
Jaffar Mandokhail said that despite the day being a holiday, he considered participation in the program more important, particularly to express solidarity with the Hazara community. He noted that words fall short when describing the greatness and contributions of teachers, adding that female teachers, in particular, understand children’s nature and educational needs more effectively.
The Governor emphasized that while the government spends millions on public educational institutions, there is no harm in allocating funds to private schools to promote quality education. He pledged to play his role in restoring grants for private institutions. During the ceremony, he also announced a cash prize of one million rupees for the girls who presented a tableau performance.
Highlighting the significance of the day, Mandokhail said that October 5 is celebrated globally to honor teachers’ services, societal respect, and tireless efforts in advancing education. He stressed that teachers are revered in every civilized society, describing them as benefactors of nations whose respect transcends geography, race, language, or color.
He reiterated the provincial government’s resolve to transform the vision of a ‘literate Balochistan’ into reality by expanding educational opportunities, especially for children in remote and underprivileged areas deprived of schooling due to poverty, distance, or lack of facilities. Paying special tribute to female teachers, he remarked that a mother’s lap is the first school for a child, and women educators play a vital role in nurturing future generations.
Governor Jaffar Mandokhail said: ‘Teachers are lighting the lamps of knowledge, and it is our responsibility to protect these lamps from the winds.’