RAWALPINDI, Sep 23, 2024
Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Monday highlighted the critical role of education and awareness in fostering peace and progress within society.
The Governor said this at a welcome event for intermediate students at Punjab College, D-9 Campus in Rawalpindi.
He asserted that the development of the nation depends significantly on the education and training of the youth.
During his speech, Governor Kundi urged both public and private educational institutions to focus not only on delivering quality education but also on character building.
He emphasized the responsibility of parents and teachers to instill values of peace, social etiquette, patience, and tolerance in young people, thereby contributing to a prosperous society and a developed nation.
The event was attended by a large number of students, along with Director of Punjab Colleges Chaudhry Akram and the college principal, who welcomed the Governor and expressed gratitude for his visit and encouragement of the students.
Kundi remarked that to create an exemplary society, the focus should be solely on education and training, which will naturally lead to societal improvement.
He stressed that education goes beyond acquiring a degree; it includes learning about social reform, construction, and culture to ensure that students respect their religious and cultural traditions.