55,000 Children Out of School in Diamer, Says Amjad

CHILAS: Gilgit-Baltistan Chief Minister Amjad Hussain has revealed that nearly 55,000 children are currently out of school in Diamer, highlighting the scale of the district’s educational crisis.

Speaking at a public open court during his official visit to Chilas, the chief minister described Diamer as one of GB’s most underdeveloped districts and outlined government plans to improve education, healthcare, infrastructure, and employment opportunities.

He announced that home-based schools would be integrated into the public education system to ensure equal access for children in remote areas. “If we want to progress, we must start preparing for the future today,” he said, stressing the need for immediate and sustained investment in the younger generation.

Amjad Hussain pledged transparency in resource utilisation, acknowledging past shortcomings, and said development projects would be monitored to deliver tangible benefits. 

He also announced the establishment of the Diamer Development Authority to accelerate ongoing schemes.On infrastructure, he said sewerage, Safe City, and water supply projects would be executed by WAPDA with strict transparency. 

In healthcare, he confirmed the recruitment of over 50 doctors under the Special Pay Scale (SPS) and promised improved facilities at the Regional Headquarters Hospital in Chilas.

The chief minister further disclosed that 500 police vacancies had been discussed with WAPDA, to be reserved exclusively for Diamer residents, while 400 additional jobs would also be offered to locals.

Highlighting the district’s economic potential, he said livestock farming would be promoted through a mobile veterinary hospital, alongside measures to strengthen agriculture and support farmers.Calling for unity, Amjad Hussain urged residents to set aside differences and work collectively for Diamer’s progress.

 “Public cooperation and practical measures are essential to secure a better future for the coming generations,” he said.

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