UNCERTAINITY: Over 6-Lakh Pakistani youth leaving the country every year

In a report on Geo News’ program “Capital Talk,” experts in education and youth asserted that every year, over six lakh Pakistani youths are leaving the country due to political instability and unemployment.

The majority of the youth aspires to escape the class-based education system, and those who go abroad for higher education mostly wish to return.

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In a conversation with host Hamid, education expert Dr. Abid Sherani stated that if there is no political stability in the country, there will be economic instability. He urged the government to create a uniform education system in line with global standards, emphasizing that unless the political and economic systems are stable, the situation will not improve.

Career counselor Syed Abidi suggested that every year, a considerable number of Pakistani youth leave the country, and those who score lower marks can also gain admission to prestigious foreign universities. He advised that instead of traditional professions, youth with good skills can join various service sectors.

Sara Tanveer highlighted the importance of reaching out to good career counselors, stating that not all students who score well need to become doctors. She suggested that young people could explore service industries rather than traditional professions, provided they have good skills.

Professor Tayyab Farooq Bhatti, a participant in the discussion, emphasized that for political stability to come to Pakistan, all institutions must work within their limits. He stated that if a Vice Chancellor does not perform well, it should not be possible for security agencies to remove them; instead, the university should be able to manage its affairs.

Chief Adviser at the University of Management and Sciences, Dr. Abid Sherani, commented during the program that he left a very good offer in the University of Bradford, UK, to return to Pakistan. He stressed that Pakistan is a unique country, and the nation needs to appreciate its worth. Many people have been sent abroad from our institutions, but they do not return.

Dr. Abid Sherani argued that Pakistan has a class-based education system, and various curriculums are being run. He pointed out that our metric system still implements a rote learning approach, and protests arise when questions deviate from the syllabus. He urged the education ministries to change the syllabus to meet global standards so that our children can compete at O and A levels.

In conclusion, the experts emphasized the need to reform the education system, focusing on a standardized curriculum, and encouraging students to pursue diverse career paths beyond conventional professions. They also highlighted the importance of political stability for the overall development of the country.