Balochistan school enrollment drive surpasses target, campaign continues until April 20

The Balochistan School Enrollment Drive 2026 has recorded a landmark achievement, enrolling 272,042 children across the province, surpassing the set target by 104 percent ahead of schedule

QUETTA, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 16th Apr, 2026) The Balochistan school Enrollment Drive 2026 has recorded a landmark achievement, enrolling 272,042 children across the province, surpassing the set target by 104 percent ahead of schedule.

Launched under the vision of Chief Minister, Mir Sarfraz Bugti and led by Special Secretary, Abdul Salam Achakzai as Chairman of the Enrollment Drive, the campaign aimed to ensure that every child in Balochistan has access to education.

Officials confirmed that the enrollment target was not only met but exceeded before the deadline, reflecting strong public participation and effective coordination among government departments.

The campaign would continue until April 20, giving families additional time to enroll children who might still be outside the schools. Authorities have appealed to parents and communities to play their part by ensuring that no child was left behind.

Citizens have also been encouraged to support public schools, which would help improve teaching standards, ensure teacher attendance, and strengthen facilities. Officials noted that billions of rupees were allocated annually for education in Balochistan, and stressed that every citizen has a responsibility to contribute positively to the performance of schools.

Highlighting the importance of collective effort, the campaign called on communities to treat schools as their own institutions and work sincerely alongside the government to improve them. “Every child in school” remained the guiding principle of the drive, which was seen as a major step toward raising literacy levels and preparing future generations to meet upcoming challenges.