The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training reopened a girls’ school in North Waziristan on Monday, just one week after terrorists destroyed it, reaffirming its commitment to providing education to every child in the country.
We are thrilled to share the news that, by the grace of Almighty, we have accomplished our mission, the Ministry announced.
The Afia Girls School reopened after undergoing reconstruction. “Today, our little angels returned with smiles on their faces, brimming with hope and enthusiasm,” the ministry added.
Just a week ago, extremists destroyed this school. “We stood firm in the face of adversity, and today, we celebrate the triumph of perseverance and determination. We celebrate the resilience of our daughters and the nation’s commitment to education.”
The ministry explained that unidentified militants recently targeted a private girls’ school in North Waziristan, causing significant psychological and educational damage despite no loss of life.
This incident is part of a troubling pattern of violence against educational institutions in the region, particularly those for girls. However, the Ministry of Federal Education rebuilt the school in a record time of one week, bringing hope amidst the darkness.
Ministry sources confirmed that 120 girls returned to their classes on Monday morning. The statement emphasized that this act “symbolizes resilience, defiance against extremism, and a firm commitment to providing education for all, especially for the daughters of the nation.”
The ministry also highlighted that unidentified militants destroyed a private girls’ school in Tehsil Shewa, North Waziristan, on Wednesday night. The attackers tortured the school watchman and blew up two rooms, but fortunately, there was no loss of life.
Local sources noted that the Afia Girls School was the only private girls’ school in the area and had previously received multiple threats.
