Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) has launched a $10 million education project to bring thousands of out-of-school children back into classrooms.
The project, titled “Out of School Children Project”, is funded by the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB). The agreement was signed on January 19, 2026. It will be implemented by AJK’s Elementary and Secondary Education Department.
The main goal of the project is to improve access to quality education in remote and underserved areas. It will focus on building and upgrading school infrastructure, running community awareness campaigns, and organising special enrolment drives. Officials expect the project to benefit around 60,000 children by providing them with inclusive and climate-resilient learning opportunities.
The initiative also aims to improve student retention rates and strengthen the overall education system in AJK. New classrooms will help reduce overcrowding in existing schools and create a better learning environment for boys and girls.
This project is seen as a significant step towards increasing literacy rates and ensuring equal education opportunities for children living in difficult terrains of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
Education authorities have expressed hope that the $10 million investment will bring long-term positive change and help reduce the number of out-of-school children in the region.
