BAHAWALPUR: Teachers across Punjab took to the streets on World Teachers’ Day on 5th October, demanding a reversal of privatisation policies in the education sector and the restoration of pension benefits.
Demonstrations were held in Lodhran, Okara, Faisalabad, and Sahiwal, where teachers condemned the outsourcing of public schools and other government policies they believe are detrimental to the education system and their rights.
Teachers observed the day as a “black day,” voicing their concerns through rallies, sit-ins, and road blockades, while calling for reforms that would safeguard the future of public education in Pakistan.
In Lodhran, government school teachers marched through the streets in protest of the new policies. They demanded changes to government regulations regarding their profession and associated facilities. At the same time, a ceremony was held to honour teachers, where 57 teachers from the Lodhran district were awarded commendation certificates for their good performance.
These awards were presented by Additional Deputy Commissioner Asad Ali and education department officials.
Published in Dawn, October 6th, 2024
