ISLAMBAD: The Overseas Pakistanis Foundation (OPF), under the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, is set to establish the OPF Higher Secondary Girls School Academic Block, demonstrating the government’s commitment in providing quality education to the children of overseas Pakistanis.
According to an official source, the construction of the new Academic Block reflects the government’s dedication to meeting the educational needs of both the overseas community and the general public. Currently, the OPF Girls Higher Secondary School in Rawalpindi has 710 students, including 279 children of Overseas Pakistanis. The new Academic Block, spanning 21,057 square feet, aims to accommodate approximately 300 more students.
With an estimated cost of Rs.99.93 million, the new academic block will feature classrooms, daycare facilities, a conference room, an art studio, a medical room, and a cafeteria, enhancing the educational environment for students.
Aligned with the Prime Minister’s vision, the Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development strives to extend maximum facilities and assistance to Pakistani expatriates, both domestically and globally. Recognizing the invaluable contributions of overseas Pakistanis to the national economy, the government reaffirms its commitment to facilitating them comprehensively.
The initiative highlights the pivotal role overseas Pakistanis can play in national development, leveraging their knowledge, expertise, and global exposure for the country’s betterment. The management of OPF is commended for launching the new academic block at OPF Girls Higher Secondary School, emphasizing the significance of such endeavors in fostering educational growth and development.
