PESHAWAR SCHOOLS STOP NEW ADMISSIONS FOR AFGHAN STUDENTS AS AUTHORITIES TIGHTEN RULES
PESHAWAR: Authorities have introduced a new policy restricting the admission of new Afghan children to government schools in Peshawar, with implementation reportedly underway across the provincial capital.
According to a report by Daily Mashriq, government schools in Peshawar have been directed to stop admitting new Afghan students under the latest policy. The move is expected to affect Afghan children seeking admission to public-sector educational institutions in the city.
Meanwhile, authorities have also sought detailed records of Afghan students enrolled in private schools. The Private Schools Regulatory Authority (PSRA) has directed private educational institutions in Peshawar to provide information about Afghan students currently studying in their schools.
Sources said private schools have been asked to submit separate records of Afghan students who are currently enrolled and those who have been expelled or removed from their institutions.
Authorities have warned that schools failing to provide the required information could face action. Sources said non-compliance with the directives may even result in the cancellation of a school’s registration.
The latest development comes as authorities begin enforcing restrictions on new admissions of Afghan children in public-sector schools in Peshawar. The policy is likely to have a direct impact on Afghan families seeking educational opportunities for their children in government institutions.
KP GOVERNMENT STEPS UP FLOUR SUPPLY IN PESHAWAR
Meanwhile, the KP government is releasing 2,000 metric tonnes of wheat daily to help control flour prices across the province. Peshawar has been allocated 218 metric tonnes of wheat.
According to Peshawar Rationing Controller Aftab Umar, the allocated wheat produces around 2,180 bags of flour, which are converted into approximately 7,630 bags of 20kg flour for distribution through designated dealers.
Flour mills are currently issuing an average of 7,767 bags daily, exceeding the official target due to adjustments for previously pending quantities.
Officials said additional flour is being distributed across different parts of Peshawar to clear the backlog and maintain adequate supplies amid concerns over rising flour prices.
