JI will continue to fight for public rights, Hafiz Naeem says at Bano Qabil event

SWAT: The emir of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan, Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman has said the country’s most pressing need is education, rather than constitutional amendments.

He made these remarks at the “Bano Qabil” event held in Kabal, Swat, on Friday, where he criticised both federal and provincial governments for their neglect of the education sector.

During his address to a large audience, Hafiz Naeem pointed out that during the 26th constitutional amendment, political and religious leaders came together solely for their own interests, ultimately leading to the subjugation of the judiciary. He cautioned that as discussions about the 27th amendment begin, similar political manoeuvring is already underway, warning that it will once again result in the exploitation of the people.

He expressed disappointment that successive governments have deliberately deprived the country’s youth of education and opportunities. “In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the same party has been in power for the last twelve years, yet five million children remain out of school,” he said, urging the provincial government to address this alarming situation.

Hafiz Naeem also alleged that around Rs. 1,200 billion allocated annually for education by provincial governments is being lost to corruption and mismanagement. “The ruling elite have turned education from a basic right into a business,” he stated.

He called on young people to rise and demand their rights, saying, “The new generation must unite against corrupt rulers and reclaim their future.” He reaffirmed that Jamaat-e-Islami will continue to fight for public rights and uphold its mission of enlightenment.

“Education is not a privilege; it is a necessity,” he concluded, emphasising that Pakistan’s future depends on an educated and empowered youth.

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