Shehbaz Sharif
ISLAMABAD: On January 4, 2024, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed the government’s commitment to empowering every citizen in society by ensuring accessible education for all children, including those with visual impairments.
In a special message on World Braille Day, the Prime Minister emphasized the significance of Braille as an essential tool for inclusion, knowledge, and independence for visually impaired individuals around the world.
He highlighted that the government would take concrete steps to support visually impaired students by providing Braille textbooks, enhancing teacher training, and setting up specialized centres dedicated to their education.
These measures are part of a broader initiative to create an educational environment that accommodates the needs of all students, irrespective of their physical challenges.
“On World Braille Day, we stand in solidarity with the global community in celebrating the power of Braille,” said Prime Minister Shehbaz. “Braille is more than just a method of reading and writing; it is a key to unlocking doors of opportunity and enabling independence. It represents the inclusion and equal opportunities that every individual deserves, regardless of their visual abilities.”
The Prime Minister also reflected on the broader significance of World Braille Day, noting that it serves as a reminder of how true progress is measured by the inclusivity and equity of society.
He stressed that Pakistan must strive to be a nation where every citizen has the chance to thrive, and that promoting accessibility for all should be a collective effort by individuals and institutions alike.
Earlier, in a separate message marking International Literacy Day, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urged the nation to support the government’s efforts to promote literacy and ensure that every child in Pakistan has access to education.
He emphasized that literacy is not only a fundamental human and constitutional right but also a crucial gateway to empowerment, economic opportunity, and active participation in society.
He expressed that literacy is the cornerstone of a brighter future for both the children of Pakistan and the country as a whole.
