Archive · 24 Jul 2025
BSAC Exposes Critical Education Crisis in Balochistan
The Baloch Students Action Committee (BSAC) shared bad news about schools in Balochistan.
They said over 70% of schools are closed, and the number of people who can read and write is less than 40%.
BSAC members visited many schools and found they lacked important things like water and electricity.
They also said the government says it gives a lot of money to education, but things are getting worse.
The situation is especially difficult for girls, with most not able to go to school.
BSAC reported over 70% of schools in Balochistan are non-operational.
Literacy rates in Balochistan are below 40%, according to BSAC.
BSAC's findings are based on a four-year Baloch Literacy Campaign.
95% of operational schools lack essential amenities like water and electricity.
The Pakistan Economic Survey reveals a 42% literacy rate in Balochistan and 70% of children out of school.
- Who
- Baloch Students Action Committee (BSAC)
- What
- BSAC reported on the poor state of education in Balochistan.
- When
- Over the past four years, data was gathered by BSAC.
- Where
- Balochistan
- Why
- To draw attention to the education crisis in Balochistan.
BSAC Findings
Government Stance
Education Funding vs. Reality
BSAC Findings
Education in Balochistan is in a dire state.
Government Stance
The government claims to allocate billions for education.
- School Non-Operational Rate
- Over 70%
- Literacy Rate
- Below 40%
- Children Out of School
- 70%
- Operational Schools Lacking Amenities
- 95%
- Campaign Duration
- 4 years