A productive technical committee meeting on the New National Curriculum brought together senior leadership and stakeholders to discuss a comprehensive Scheme of Studies aimed at modernising Pakistan’s education framework. Minister of State Wajeeha Qamar and Secretary Mr. Nadeem Mahbub participated in the session, which was co-chaired by Dr. Nasir Mehmood, Vice Chancellor of AIOU.
Dr. Tabassum Naz, Director NCC, outlined the proposed Scheme of Studies and highlighted reforms designed to ensure rationalisation, coherence and future readiness across grade levels. The proposed changes to the National Curriculum prioritise alignment between subjects and stronger preparation for emerging educational and employment needs.
The Secretary engaged attendees in a wide-ranging dialogue, placing special emphasis on a progressive shift in language policy as part of broader curriculum reforms. Minister of State Wajeeha Qamar welcomed the direction of the proposals and affirmed that the process is moving in the right direction toward meaningful change.
Dr. Nasir Mehmood addressed concerns raised by participants with a focus on balance and inclusivity, ensuring that different perspectives were considered. The meeting saw active participation from stakeholders across Islamabad and all federating units, including Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, demonstrating strong inter-provincial collaboration in shaping the National Curriculum.
Participants left the session with a renewed commitment to advancing the National Curriculum through continued consultation and collaborative work, underscoring a shared aim to make Pakistan’s education system more coherent, equitable and future-ready.
