Education Crisis in Shangla: Girls' Schools Shut Down Amid Teacher Shortages

In Shangla, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, over a dozen government schools for girls have been closed, and many operate with just one teacher. Since January 2023, this situation has intensified, coinciding with the caretaker government's rise, raising concerns over girls' education prospects.

In the Shangla district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the closure of more than a dozen schools for girls has sparked concerns over the future of female education. Most primary girls' schools operate with just one teacher, affecting educational quality significantly.

Sources indicate that the shutdown began in January 2023, coinciding with the caretaker government's installation. They noted that transfers based on local leaders' recommendations further worsened the staffing crisis in schools.

Attempts to address this issue have seen little success, despite repeated requests to the education directorate in Peshawar. The situation remains dire, putting girls' education at risk and prompting calls for urgent intervention.