Karachi: Sindh Minister for Universities and Boards of Education, Muhammad Ali Malkani, the has openly acknowledged that the preparations for the yearly matric examinations in 2024 are severely inadequate. He expressed surprise at the lack of testing locations, pointing out that applicants were uncomfortable taking the examinations because of congestion and poor conditions. Speaking at a Rose Educational Society ceremony honoring Lyari’s outstanding student Umar Farooq’s accomplishments, Malkani pledged action against accountable officials.
He highlighted the problem of overcrowded examination center, especially those conducted by the Board of Secondary Education in Karachi. He emphasized the necessity of taking immediate corrective action and promised to discipline any officers found to be at fault. In an effort to demonstrate accountability and openness, Malkani promised an open investigation into claims of results tampering in earlier matriculation exams.
Educationists commended Umar Farooq’s achievements and emphasized the value of developing and recognizing talent. Farooq, a Rose School student, received accolades for creating a creative application that converting text in Braille to assist the blind.
The Additional Director of Private Schools, Rafia Javed, acknowledged Farooq’s accomplishments and emphasized the critical role that educational establishments such as Rose Educational Society play in promoting excellence. She emphasized the society’s long-standing dedication to the growth of education, pointing out that it has 32 campuses devoted to developing future leaders.Anwar Ali Bhatti’s innovative leadership in promoting Lyari’s talent and highlighted the community’s rising prominence in a variety of disciplines, including sports and academia.
