Inclusion of Girl’s schools solarisation in upcoming ADP proposed

PESHAWAR, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 6th May, 2026) The Rise and Shine Girls Education Leadership Network has called on the government to include a dedicated scheme for solarisation of all girls’ secondary schools across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the Annual Development Programme (ADP) of upcoming fiscal year 2026-2027.

In government schools, persistent electricity shortages and frequent power outages continue to disrupt classroom learning environment.

This electricity disruption significantly impacts students’ concentration levels and classroom engagement, undermining the learning outcomes.

The situation is particularly severe in rural and climate-vulnerable regions, where girls already face multiple barriers to quality education, further deepening existing educational disparities.

“The provision of electricity is not a luxury, but a fundamental educational facility for ensuring conducive and enabling learning environments for girls. Without electricity, classrooms become uncomfortable spaces, directly affecting students’ ability to concentrate, participate and learn effectively,” stated, Anum Jamil, member of the Rise and Shine Girls Education Leadership Network.

“Many girls travel long distances to reach school, often without access to a reliable transportation facility, carrying heavy school bags under extreme heat.

After enduring this journey, the absence of electricity throughout the school day makes the learning even more difficult.

These challenges discourage regular attendance, leading to increased absenteeism and, in many cases dropouts,” adds Alisha, member of the Rise and Shine Girls Education Leadership Network.

Qamar Naseem, Program Manager and Malala Fund Education Champion, emphasizes that girls’ right to education cannot be fully realized when schools lack basic facilities such as electricity.

He further notes that the impact of the ongoing climate change on girls’ education remains underexplored, despite its significant implications.

“Rising temperatures and extreme weather conditions are increasingly affecting girls’ ability to attend and learn in schools. Addressing this challenge must become an integral part of education reform policy discourse,” he stated.

The Network urges the provincial government and education authorities to allocate specific budgetary resources for the solarisation of girls’ secondary schools in the upcoming fiscal year 2026–27.

Investment in renewable energy solutions within the education sector would not only improve learning conditions but also contribute to environmental sustainability, climate resilience, and long-term cost efficiency.