Poonch, Mar 20: In an effort to bolster education in rural areas, Chief Education Officer Poonch, Bishamber Dass has kick started an enrollment drive with a particular emphasis on promoting girl child education.
The initiative commenced from Government Middle School Dhant, nestled on the Line of Control in an extremely rural village within Kanuyian zone in Poonch district.
Accompanied by District Education Planning Officer NM Suri and Zonal Education Officer Kanuyian Anwar Hussain, CEO Bishamber Dass was greeted with warmth by the students, staff and the school management committee of Middle School Dhant lead by Nazir Mughal, a retired and veteran academician.
As a symbolic gesture of growth and sustainability, CEO Dass also planted a fruit plant in the school premises, signifying the nurturing of education in the region.
During the course of the drive, CEO extended personal visits to the homes of some students, urging parents to consider enrolling their wards in government schools.
He highlighted the array of basic facilities being provided, emphasisng the conducive learning environment offered by government educational institutions.
CEO Poonch emphasised the importance of collective effort for the holistic development of students.
He urged parents, members of the School Management Committee, and the community at large to join hands in ensuring the well-being and progress of the students.
CEO Dass reiterated the crucial role of regular attendance in school, urging parents to prioritize their children’s education by ensuring their consistent attendance.
During the event, the school staff members including Manju Sharma, incharge of the school, Shaheen Akhter, Sapna Sharma, Jagmeet Kour, and Anil Sharma (PET) expressed their dedication to offering high-quality education.