Punjab introduces teacher-friendly transfer policy, revamps education reforms

Punjab introduces teacher-friendly transfer policy, revamps education reforms

Lahore, May 30: The provincial government of Punjab has introduced a comprehensive new transfer policy for teachers, revolutionizing the education sector.
Under the new policy, transfers will now remain open year-round for categories such as hardship, disability, widows, divorcees, long-distance, inter-district, and voluntary educational detachment (Ved). Moreover, lock transfers will also be permitted throughout the year.
Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat elaborated on the policy, highlighting that general and mutual transfers will only be allowed twice a year, with all promotion processes to be completed within 30 days. District Committees are mandated to ensure timely decisions within the same timeframe, and teachers will face no restrictions when applying within the Single Transfer Rule (STR) context.
In a bid to further enhance educational standards, Punjab plans to establish an Education Curriculum and Training Authority. A committee, chaired by Minister Hayat, has been tasked with formulating a comprehensive plan for its establishment, to be submitted to the government promptly. The authority, to be directly overseen by Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz, will encompass vital educational bodies including the Punjab Tax Book Board, Quaid Academy, and PE. C.
Minister Hayat emphasized the merging of essential institutions such as the Punjab Textbook Board and Punjab Education Commission into the new authority, along with streamlining teacher training and curriculum development.
Highlighting the need for collaboration between educators and curriculum developers, Minister Hayat emphasized the importance of aligning educational resources with teaching methodologies and student needs.
This announcement follows a pivotal meeting chaired by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, focusing on comprehensive school education reforms. Notably, over 92% of free books have been distributed as part of the public school reorganization program, reaffirming the government's commitment to enhancing the quality of education in government schools.

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