Karachi: Bank Alfalah partnered with The Citizens Foundation (TCF) to fund construction of primary school in Asif Nagar in Nawabshah for Rs 49 million. Bank Alfalah’s contribution towards rebuilding schools is particularly noteworthy given that more than 25,000 schools have been damaged in Pakistan. Donated amount will facilitate building of TCF primary school, contributing to organisation’s efforts to increase literacy in areas where education is hindered by flood damage.

Atif Bajwa-President CEO of Bank Alfalah along with Asad M Saleem co-founder Chairman of Board, Ateed Riaz co-founder and Zia Akhtar Abbas Executive Vice President among others from attended.

Atif Bajwa said, “Through our commitment to TCF, we aim to uplift lives of our nation’s future generations and empower them on their journey towards brighter future. “

Ahsan Saleem Chairman of The Citizens Foundation said, “TCF will provide access to quality education for children in district of Nawabshah. Education is still dream for many children residing in underserved communities>”

School will provide education from kindergarten to fifth grade comprising 30 students in every class with an overall operational capacity of 180 students, 8 faculty and 5 non-faculty members to ensure reasonable teacher-student ratio. It will be purpose-built primary school with essential facilities like running water, electricity, classrooms and library and resource centre for children affected by catastrophic floods.

Published in The Daily National Courier, March, 21 2023

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