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Sindh government launches digital classrooms and satellite schools for special children

Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon announced new educational measures for special children in Karachi on September 22.

Sindh Govt taking measures for education, rehabilitation, special children
File photo Sindh Govt taking measures for education, rehabilitation, special children Photo: Associated Press of Pakistan

Current student numbers and support

Approximately 20,000 students currently study in 67 special educational institutions across the province. The government provides free education along with rehabilitation, physiotherapy, speech therapy, transport, and a monthly stipend of Rs 3,000.

New digital classrooms and tools

Officials established 49 modern digital classrooms in 37 Special Education and Rehabilitation Centres. These facilities include smart boards and e-learning tools to benefit about 754 hearing-impaired students who previously faced access difficulties.

Satellite schools and teacher training

Twenty satellite schools have been set up across Sindh to reach areas with limited access to special education centres. A Sign Language Teachers Training Programme has also been launched to increase professional capacity in the sector.

All 2 outlets report consistently

No differences in figures, names or dates across these reports.

  • Associated Press of Pakistan
  • Business Recorder

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